So she deserved it then, if it turns out she was murdered? She's less of a victim?
Not sure I'm understanding your point...if there is one...
I think bwt42 has a wonderful point, in fact. When I was young and attended MOCSA (metro org to counter sexual assault) in Missouri, that statement was one of their standard catch phrases. They repeatedly taught us ways to minimize risk. Simple things like not drinking too much or smoking pot at strangers' homes, making sure at least one responsible person knew where we were at all times, riding buses in pairs when possible (Kansas City buses were very dangerous places back then), always asking for escorts in parking garages, etc.
It's not saying anyone "asked for" anything to point out that there's a lesson we all can learn at times like this. I use news stories to educate my kids, making sure they know that there's plenty they can do to avoid dangerous situations. You can't 100 percent eliminate the dangers of life, but by being careful of where you are and who you're with when you drink alcohol (if u drink at all), being sure to have a plan for what will happen if you drink too much, staying connected electronically and personally to responsible adults you know and respect, and much else, we all can lessen our chances of being victimized.
MOCSA and groups like it around the US teach this lesson every day to thousands of people. It's not victim-blaming at all. It's just common sense that helps us stay alive and unharmed in what might otherwise be situations with horrible outcomes.
Huge percentages of crimes against women and men occur when victims are inebriated. It's a fact, and a very helpful one. Learning the stats in MOCSA caused my sister and me to change a few of our behaviors for the better.
The SS case, no matter how it turns out, is a lesson for many of us. No victim "deserves" any of the bad things that happen to them. But that is not to deny the very real fact that everyone, of all ages and genders, can learn a few basic techniques and behaviors in order to avoid, minimize and elude violent/dangerous situations.
-AC