Probe Against Doctor Who Performed Abortion on 10-Year-Old Ohio Rape Survivor

The state investigation will pertain to the laws of Indiana, which require doctors to report cases of abortion.

The attorney general of United States' Indiana said on Thursday, 14 July, that he was investigating the case of a physician in the state who performed an abortion on a 10-year-old Ohio rape survivor.

The investigation pertains to the laws of the state requiring doctors to report cases of abortion and child abuse.

The doctor, Dr Caitlin Bernard, could face "criminal prosecution and licensing repercussions" if she failed to submit the required reports, according to Attorney General Todd Rokita.