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“These soldiers thought they could trust a U.S. Army doctor but he abused that trust in the most egregious way,” Dunn said in a statement. “The massive scope of the sexual abuse indicates that the Army was negligent in supervising Dr. Stockin.”

Under current law, servicemembers injured while on active duty are unable to sue the military. However, a 2022 ruling in the 9th circuit opened the door for survivors after the court found that sexual assault was not a “incident to military service.”

“The recent filing of [civil] claims on behalf of five additional survivors emphasizes the ongoing bravery of those who share their stories and pursue justice,” said Protect Our Defenders Senior Vice President, Josh Connolly. “It is imperative that the Army prioritizes transparency and treats all survivors with the dignity and respect they deserve.”