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Circumcision classed as possible child abuse in draft CPS document (England)
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Posted on 01/12/2026 10:27:42 AM PST by algore

Circumcision is to be classed as a potential form of child abuse under new guidance for prosecutors, amid concerns from judges and coroners about deaths and serious harms caused by the procedure.

A draft document by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) on “honour-based abuse, forced marriages, and harmful practices”, classes circumcision as a potential crime alongside breast flattening, virginity testing, hymenoplasty and exorcisms.

The wording of the document, seen by the Guardian, has alarmed some religious groups, with Jewish and Muslim leaders defending the cultural importance of the practice.

The draft CPS guidance states that, unlike female genital mutilation, “there is not a specific criminal offence of carrying out male circumcision”.

“However, this can be a painful and harmful practice, if carried out incorrectly or in inappropriate circumstances. It may be a form of child abuse or an offence against the person,” it adds.

Last month, a coroner issued warnings about insufficient regulation over who can perform a circumcision after the death of a six-month-old boy, Mohamed Abdisamad, from a streptococcus infection in 2023.

The case echoed another coroner’s concerns over the death of Oliver Asante-Yeboah who died in 2014 from sepsis after a circumcision was performed on him by a rabbi.

According to the Office for National Statistics, since 2001 there have been seven deaths of boys under 18 where circumcision was a factor. At least three of these involved babies who bled to death: Celian Noumbiwe in 2007; Goodluck Caubergs in 2010; and Angelo Ofori-Mintah in 2012.

Jonathan Arkush, a former president of the Board of Deputies of British Jews and co-chair of Milah UK, which promotes and protects the right of the Jewish community to carry out religious circumcision, said “To suggest that circumcision is in itself a harmful practice, is deeply pejorative and misplaced,”

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1 posted on 01/12/2026 10:27:42 AM PST by algore
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But cutting off breasts and the whole penis will be promoted 😎


2 posted on 01/12/2026 10:32:37 AM PST by blitz128
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i hope they cuff me in front ( Dogg the Bounty Hunter does that if he likes you— that way you can still smoke)


3 posted on 01/12/2026 10:32:38 AM PST by MarlonRando
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” from a streptococcus infection in 2023.”

I had the same thing which is why I was not baptized as an infant.


4 posted on 01/12/2026 10:34:45 AM PST by AppyPappy (They don't call you a Nazi because they think you are one. They do it to justify violence. )
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To: algore

I consider it child abuse too. Why would anyone support this except for some outdated religious reason? If Jews still support this barbaric practice let them travel to Israel to have it done.


5 posted on 01/12/2026 10:35:06 AM PST by jimwatx
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To: algore

“Why are male members of the royal family circumcised by a mohel?”

“Prince Harry’s new memoir confirms he was circumcised, but has it always been a regal rite of passage?”

https://www.thejc.com/news/why-are-male-members-of-the-royal-family-circumcised-by-a-mohel-qlc8hezk


6 posted on 01/12/2026 10:35:32 AM PST by CondoleezzaProtege ( 🩰🌹)
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To: algore

The first Fourth World country born.


7 posted on 01/12/2026 10:40:21 AM PST by SkyDancer ( ~ Am Yisrael Chai ~)
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To: algore

I was circumcised when I was two days old. I couldn’t walk for a year.


8 posted on 01/12/2026 10:41:25 AM PST by HonorInPa
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“Jewish and Muslim leaders defending the cultural importance of the practice.”
I was in a hospital room where they brought in about a half dozen baby boys who were all just circumcised. They were all screaming bloody murder. It was then my wife and I did some reading and realized it was only done for “culture” nothing else. The hygiene excuse is bs. All it takes is some simple cleaning. Both of my sons (now grown men) have thanked me for not butchering them.


9 posted on 01/12/2026 10:49:12 AM PST by Omnivore-Dan (have to )
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To: jimwatx

Not a Jew. Most boys in NY in the 40s 50s 60s were bobbed. As was I. I enjoy my scar. No problems. Less chance of infection.

It should be optional though. Up to parents.


10 posted on 01/12/2026 10:52:17 AM PST by Vaquero (Don't pick a fight with an old guy. If he is too old to fight, he'll just kill you. )
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I was circumcised when I was two days old. I couldn’t walk for a year.

LOL!

Exactly zero times has my wife told me, "Honey, you'd get lucky more often if you had some ugly extra skin on the end of that thing."

11 posted on 01/12/2026 10:56:01 AM PST by Tell It Right (1 Thessalonians 5:21 -- Put everything to the test, hold fast to that which is true.)
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To: algore

The proscription of exorcism falls under the category of self-defense.


12 posted on 01/12/2026 11:00:14 AM PST by I-ambush (From the brightest star comes the blackest hole-You had so much to offer, why didya offer your soul?)
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To: algore

Just a money maker


13 posted on 01/12/2026 11:01:17 AM PST by butlerweave (Fateh)
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To: Vaquero

Yes I was circumcized myself (against my will) as were most Americans of that generation. It was an evil thing to do.

Here’s the AI take on it
Circumcision can be associated with trauma, particularly for infants, as it often involves significant pain and stress during the procedure. Some studies suggest that this early trauma may lead to psychological effects later in life, including difficulties in emotional bonding and increased stress levels.
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Understanding Circumcision Trauma
Circumcision trauma refers to the psychological and emotional effects experienced by individuals who undergo circumcision, particularly when performed in infancy or childhood. This trauma can manifest in various ways, impacting mental health and body image.

Psychological Effects
Perinatal Trauma: Circumcision is considered a form of perinatal trauma. Studies indicate that it can lead to significant psychological disturbances, including symptoms resembling post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in boys.
Grief and Loss: Many men report feelings of grief over the loss of their foreskin, which can lead to a sense of incompleteness or violation. This emotional response may surface years later when they learn about the foreskin’s functions.
Identity Issues: Circumcision can affect a man’s sense of identity and body image. Discovering that a part of their anatomy was altered without consent can lead to feelings of anger and betrayal.
Long-Term Consequences
Emotional Isolation: Men often feel isolated in their grief, as societal norms tend to downplay the significance of circumcision. This can lead to unresolved feelings of shame and anger.
Family Dynamics: Confronting parents about the decision to circumcise can strain family relationships, as parents may respond defensively or dismissively.
Support and Resources
For those affected by circumcision trauma, various support groups and resources are available. These can help individuals process their experiences and find healing. Engaging in discussions about circumcision can also foster a better understanding of its implications and promote informed choices for future generations.

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Neonatal male circumcision is a painful skin-breaking procedure that may affect infant physiological and behavioral stress responses as well as mother-infant interaction. Due to the plasticity of the developing nociceptive system, neonatal pain might carry long-term consequences on adult behavior. In this study, we examined whether infant male circumcision is associated with long-term ...


14 posted on 01/12/2026 11:01:26 AM PST by jimwatx
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To: algore

Maybe because it’s not like FGM?


15 posted on 01/12/2026 11:01:28 AM PST by 9YearLurker
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To: algore

But grooming gangs are gooooood.


16 posted on 01/12/2026 11:01:44 AM PST by E. Pluribus Unum ( )
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I knew a guy who in his 30s got his foreskin cut off because the girl he was seeing didn’t like it.

he told me he had never experienced pain like that in his whole life.

then she broke up with him


17 posted on 01/12/2026 11:03:37 AM PST by algore
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That idiot cuck deserved it lol.


18 posted on 01/12/2026 11:07:25 AM PST by jimwatx
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Then I hit my left thumb with a hammer. Hurt like a SOB for a week. Took a month for the bruising to go away. It left me scared for life.


19 posted on 01/12/2026 11:12:20 AM PST by AndyJackson
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Trauma experienced as a baby is entirely different than that experienced as an adult. Such trauma as a baby can have life long negative effects.


20 posted on 01/12/2026 11:17:00 AM PST by jimwatx
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