In 1977, the case of the “Manacled Mormon” shocked England as missionary Kirk Anderson claimed he was kidnapped and raped by Joyce McKinney over three days. Anderson said he was chained to a bed and forced into sexual acts, while McKinney claimed their encounters were consensual, driven by love. The truth of what happened remains a mystery.
The media frenzy surrounding the case showcased conflicting narratives, with tabloids taking sides and portraying McKinney as either a predator or a victim of Anderson’s religious group’s brainwashing. McKinney’s claim that a woman cannot rape a man was challenged by data showing male victims of sexual coercion. Despite being charged with kidnapping and assault, McKinney was never charged with rape due to UK laws at the time.
Years later, McKinney resurfaced in headlines, first after being found with restraints near Anderson’s workplace and later as the owner of cloned puppies. The sensationalism of the “Manacled Mormon” case has persisted, leaving the true story hidden in the past.
The case serves as a reminder of the complexities of sexual assault and the power dynamics that can shape such incidents. While the details of McKinney and Anderson’s relationship may never be fully known, the enduring fascination with the case continues to draw intrigue and speculation from those who remember the scandal that captivated England over four decades ago.
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