Reports of sexual assaults on planes are on the rise across the country with law enforcement officials expecting the number of reported cases this year, which sits at 62, to surpass last year’…
Daisy Zavala Magaña | The Seattle Times
Officials advised people to report assaults, and bystanders to report unusual behavior, noting a “disturbing uptick” in sexual assaults reported on aircraft. Considering cases of sexual assault and harassment tend to go unreported, the increase is likely due to a rise in reporting what’s already been happening, said Tessa M. Gorman, acting U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington.
* Don’t stay in your seat if you’re uncomfortable or in a dangerous situation; leave and report to a flight attendant.* Limit the use of sleep aids, so if you do fall asleep, you have a level of wakefulness to respond to misconduct.* Don’t assume nonsexual touching is innocent if it happens repeatedly; tell a flight attendant, request a seat change.* Request to sit with family, especially if you have young children seated alone or away from parents.
The center has a guide that outlines the importance of believing, affirming and supporting survivors while being mindful to avoid victim-blaming type of questions.
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