Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Former University of Antwerp dean Guy H. received a 1-year suspended sentence for sexually inappropriate behaviour and bullying 6 women between 2012–2022, abusing power at the university and UZA.
As VRT news reported, the former dean of the University of Antwerp‘s Faculty of Medicine, Guy H., received a 1-year suspended sentence for 5 years for unwanted sexual behaviour at work and bullying.
The court found him guilty of all charges, emphasising the abuse of power in a professional environment. Despite the victims’ wishes for a stronger condemnation. The university and hospital had already taken disciplinary measures
Did former dean Guy H. abuse his power at the University of Antwerp?
Guy H. faced an 18-month suspended sentence last month. He was charged with sexual integrity violations, abuse of authority, and workplace misconduct. 6 women, students, or employees, testified about unwanted touching, inappropriate comments, and inappropriate behaviour over 10 years.
These actions occurred in situations where Guy H. held authority. He admitted to most charges but disputed one specific instance of sexual misconduct. His partial admission was crucial in the court’s assessment of the case.
Guy H. worked as an M.D. and professor, as well as the dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Literature, in addition to a specialist at the University Hospital of Antwerp (UZA), utilising his position of authority to engage in sexual misconduct between 2012 and 2022. All 6 victims had a connection to the University or UZA. In 2023, a retired professor from Antwerp faced legal trouble. The university and hospital helped with the investigation.
