BTW, I live in Vancouver and have read all the local news on this.
The police are "convinced" a rape happened. They have not said if it was one person or several (gang bang). They had a nurse who specializes in rape investigations examine the girl and there is medical evidence of a rape. They have also done toxicology tests. And they have spoken to numerous witnesses.
I think I'll take the word of the police over a bunch of FB ravers who are all trying to get their stories straight so they can avoid getting in trouble over this (the guy who organized the rave, the people who provided the drugs, the people who watched and didn't do anything....).
BTW, police are very aware of the "rape card". They know a lot of woman (young girls, spurned lovers) call rape when it didn't happen. A young girl high on drugs at a rave would be a perfect candidate for a false rape accusation. The police would know this and would be very diligent before making an official statement about a rape occurring (and arresting anyone).
In local discussion forums the only people who seem to think she "wanted" it are all young men who like to go to raves and pop E. Many, many young men posting locally seem to think that if you're under the influence of some drug that your not legally repsonsible for your actions. Many also seem to believe if a girl is also high, that she shouldn't be surprised if she gets taken advantage of. Sad state to think how many young men actually think this way. This is going to be a rude awakening for many of them.
I talked to a supreme court judge yesterday about this (she's a customer of ours). She said intoxication (her wordds were self intoxication)has never worked as a defense in court. It doesn't matter how drunk or high you are, you are still responsible for your actions. She said the only way you wouldn't be responsible is if someone else administered the substance.