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2004-07-06 |
YNARES-SANTIAGO, J. |
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| We thus see no inconsistency in the story presented by the victim. Contrary to the contentions of the defense, the alleged inconsistencies are minor; they do not affect the credibility of the victim. Indeed, they should be taken as indicia of truth rather than as badges of falsehood, for they erase any suspicion of a rehearsed testimony.[39] After her traumatic experience, we do not expect the victim to remember vividly the appellant's threats or each and every ugly detail of the sexual assault.[40] What is significant is that Ana Liza was clear and consistent in asserting that the appellant intimidated and raped her. On the basis of the victim's credible testimony, the conviction of appellant is inevitable. | |||||