Activist and survivor advocate whose case catalyzed debates on policing, safety, and violence against women in the UK.
A wave of convictions against Police Scotland officers for sexual and physical abuse spans 2014–2023. The courts have handed down sentences, with one officer receiving 12 years in prison and others facing lengthy terms. The cases highlight a crisis of confidence and emphasize the need for reforms in policing.
Police Scotland’s anti-corruption inquiry into PC Alan Greer has identified eight more victims, including five sex workers, all attacked off duty. A BBC Disclosure investigation has shown Greer used hundreds of sex workers across his career. Investigations continue to establish full extent of offending and provide support to victims.
A serial attacker known to police has been convicted of murdering two women in London and north London. Authorities acknowledge failures in monitoring him while on bail and on licence, with investigations into officers and agencies underway. Survivors describe the brutality of his attacks as the system faces pressure to reform.