In a significant development, 81 more women have joined a civil suit against Army Major Blaine McGraw, who is facing criminal charges for secretly filming patients. The civil lawsuit, which initially began in November, accuses McGraw of inappropriate touching, voyeurism, and covert filming during gynecological exams at Fort Hood in Texas. The updated complaint expands on these allegations, accusing McGraw of assault, sexual assault, and battery under Texas law. The case is expected to test the effectiveness of recent Pentagon reforms aimed at addressing sexual misconduct and supporting survivors.
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A lawsuit filed Monday alleges an Army gynecologist at Fort Hood secretly recorded intimate videos of a patient, who is believed to be one of many victims. The suit claims Army leadership was aware of sexual misconduct complaints against Dr. Blaine McGraw for years but allowed him to continue practicing. McGraw has been suspended and is under investigation by the Army Criminal Investigation Division, who have contacted at least 25 women after discovering photos and videos on his electronic devices. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the plaintiff, “Jane Doe,” alleges McGraw’s actions included inappropriate touching, crude remarks, and unnecessary procedures, leaving the woman feeling violated and unsafe.
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Over an 18-month period at Fort Hood, Texas, a man attacked four female soldiers within their barracks. Despite a pattern emerging in the attacks, base officials opted against a public warning, instead choosing to inform soldiers through the chain of command. This decision was made even after the first incident in March 2021 and was made during a time of upheaval after the death of Spc. Vanessa Guillen. It was later revealed that the attacker, Sgt. Greville Clarke, would be caught after one of the attacks where he was caught in the act.
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