Tag #Non-Contact Offenses

How does the increased focus on non-contact sexual offenses connect to broader issues of gender-based violence and public safety?

The training directly addresses the underreporting and often dismissive attitudes toward non-contact sexual offenses, like upskirting and voyeurism. The inquiry found that Wayne Couzens, Sarah Everard's murderer, had a history of such offenses that were not adequately investigated. Libby Squire's mother emphasizes the escalation pattern often seen in these cases, highlighting the importance of proactive and thorough investigations.