"Accidentally" rules out assault and abuse. You were neither assaulted or abused.What to do if you've been sexually assaulted. You have several options, but it is important to know you are not alone and the assault was not your fault. Cooking a meal for your family shouldn't put you at risk of rape or assault. You may start the process with your local police, the State's Attorney, at your local court criminal division or with an appropriate advocate group or shelter. During the course of the assault the defendant strangled the victim four times using such force that the victim struggled to breathe. If you (or someone else) are in danger, or if you have been threatened, physically hurt or sexually assaulted, call triple zero (000). For instance, assaulting a police officer or a fireman while they are performing their duties can trump a charge of assault into aggravated assault. What can I do if I'm in an abusive relationship?