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Madi Neill has found herself at the center of a social media firestorm after her accusations of sexual assault against Illinois basketball player Terrence Shannon Jr. were proven false. The allegations which surfaced months ago, led to Shannon’s temporary suspension from the team, a lawsuit against the university, and a highly publicized trial that ultimately cleared Shannon of all charges.

The controversy began when Neill, an underage girl, accused Shannon of rape without substantial evidence. The impact on Shannon’s life and career was immediate and severe. Shannon was kicked off the Illinois basketball team, faced widespread public shaming, and endured “No means No” signs and chants at games, among other forms of harassment. Throughout this ordeal, Shannon maintained his innocence and cooperated fully with the investigation.

During the trial, overwhelming evidence emerged that exonerated Shannon. Multiple eyewitness accounts and extensive DNA testing confirmed that Shannon had no involvement in the alleged incident. Furthermore, group chat messages between Neill and her friends, which were revealed during the trial, suggested that the accusations were part of a deliberate scheme. One message, in particular, read, “We got him!!… Yup🤑🤑…”

Following Shannon’s acquittal, the public’s outrage quickly turned towards Neill. Social media platforms have been flooded with criticism and calls for Neill to face legal consequences for her false accusations. Many users argue that the damage done to Shannon’s reputation and mental health warrants serious repercussions for Neill.

Additionally, Neill’s friend, Rachel Butts, has also come under fire. Butts testified during the trial, claiming that Shannon had raped Neill. Her involvement has drawn significant backlash, with many questioning her motives and integrity.

I’m plastering their names so that people will stay away from them. Madi Neill and Rachel Butts should be charged with defamation and thrown in jail.

— Noah (@noahvhagen) June 13, 2024

Crazy to think two girls (Madi Neill & Rachel Butts) made TSJ spend an entire year of college hoops being harassed and heckled for something he didn’t do. Cost him a spot as an All-American and hurt his draft stock. Messed up stuff right here… #JusticeforShannon pic.twitter.com/VcXbdqc038

— Drew Veach (@drewveach24) June 15, 2024

RACHEL BUTTS AND MADI NEILL ARE LIARS AND SHOULD BE PROSECUTED TO THE FULLEST EXTENT OF THE LAW

— LeParlay Mahomes (@DonationCEO) June 14, 2024

Madi Neill & Rachel Butts

Two of the countless cases where women get to opportunistically attempt to ruin a man’s life and career and when the man is found not guilty
*shrugs* and they get to move on with life with 0 repercussions.
Those women are an disgrace to actual victims

— rog (@RogManTha3rd) June 14, 2024

Should Madi Neill and Rachel Butts serve prison sentences?

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