Met Police Step Up After Shock ‘Everyone’s Invited’ Abuse Claims Rock London Schools
Met Police Scrutinise Abuse Allegations from ‘Everyone’s Invited’ Site
On Friday, 12 March, the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) flagged the website “Everyone’s Invited”, a platform where victims share chilling accounts of misogyny, harassment, abuse and assault. Since then, officers have been combing through the posts to spot any London-based victims who may now come forward and report crimes.
Reports Pour In as Schools Named on Abuse Website
The police have received several reports linked to alleged offences. Where schools pop up in the accusations, the Met has reached out, offering specialist support for possible victims of sexual assault. It’s a bid to safeguard students and encourage reporting within educational settings.
Met Holds Emergency Meetings to Mount Response
On Friday, 26 March, the Met held its first in a series of high-level meetings, led by Commander Alison Heydari. Officers and staff gathered to map out a robust police response to the explosive allegations flooding the site.
Top Cop Calls on Victims to Speak Out
“We welcome any initiative which encourages victim-survivors of sexual offences to speak out and seek support,” said Detective Superintendent Mel Laremore, the Met’s lead for rape and sexual offences. “It’s deeply worrying to see so many accounts on this website, many involving current or former students across the country.”
DS Laremore added: “We take every sexual assault claim seriously. We know why many victims stay silent but want to reassure anyone needing help that we are here for you. We’re working closely with schools to ensure victims willing to report can do so safely.
“Some incidents might be years old, but it’s never too late. Support is available whenever you want to come forward. We’ve even partnered with the website to set up a direct reporting link for victims.”
The Met is also teaming up with partners offering anonymous advice for those hesitant to approach police directly.
How to Get Help or Give Info
- If you have information about these offences, contact the police on 101.
- Or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
