Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

tap to translate recording

Explore By Region

flag Teen girls as young as 13 in London are being exploited by gangs through sex, drugs, and coercion, prompting police to review thousands of cases and boost child protection efforts.

flag Teenage girls as young as 14 in London are being exploited by gangs through forced sex, drug coercion, and criminal activities, according to a BBC investigation and Metropolitan Police reports. flag Victims, many from vulnerable backgrounds, were groomed by groups of men across ethnicities, pressured into sex as repayment for debts or loyalty, and often unable to refuse due to manipulation, intoxication, or fear. flag Police confirm girls as young as 13 are at risk, with at least 60 children currently identified in south London. flag The Met is re-evaluating 9,000 past cases and implementing a “Child First” strategy with training for 34,000 officers to improve early intervention and reduce victim blaming. flag Mayor Sadiq Khan and officials emphasize the crisis is a top priority, calling for urgent action to address systemic failures and strengthen child protection across the city.

6 Articles