'We were raped and exploited by a drug gang as teenagers', women tell BBC of their ordeal
Summary
Four women have shared their experiences of being sexually abused and exploited by drug gangs when they were teenagers. They say the authorities did not protect them or take their complaints seriously. Experts say the issue of sexual and criminal exploitation by drug gangs has received less attention than other types of abuse.Key Facts
- The women spoke openly on a BBC documentary called Britain's Forgotten Girls.
- They were targeted by boys and older men linked to drug gangs.
- The women were manipulated into abusive relationships and repeatedly sexually exploited.
- All believe the authorities failed to protect them and did not properly investigate their claims.
- Social workers and experts say this problem has been overshadowed by focus on sexual grooming gangs.
- The documentary aims to raise awareness about the sexual and criminal exploitation of girls by drug gangs.
- Support information is available for anyone affected by similar issues.
- The article includes warnings about sensitive content involving sexual exploitation.
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