See it, say it, not sorted. I was let down when I reported my train sexual assault
A woman reports a lack of response from the British Transport Police after being sexually assaulted on a train. Despite using the official reporting channel, she received no follow-up for 13 hours, leading her to share her experience on social media to highlight systemic failures.
Why it matters
The incident raises significant concerns regarding the efficacy of police reporting mechanisms for sexual assault victims on public transport.
By Olga Sawczuk Published 27 June 2026, 01:34 BST Updated 11 minutes ago At about 11pm on a Saturday night a couple of weeks ago, Esme Rice was on the Elizabeth Line that runs across London. She was travelling home after dinner with friends in Farringdon when two men boarded the busy carriage she was in.
The article centers on a personal narrative of institutional failure, emphasizing the victim's frustration and the inadequacy of public services.
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