Dozens of Women Come Forward with Allegations of Sexual Abuse in UK Army Medical Exams
A disturbing wave of allegations is sweeping through the British army, as hundreds of women have come forward to claim they were subjected to sexual abuse during medical examinations over five decades. The shocking claims are being investigated by Wiltshire police, who are working closely with the Ministry of Defence and other forces.
According to a well-placed source, the investigation, codenamed Operation Pianora, has already received numerous complaints, but no official figure for the number of women involved has been confirmed. However, detectives have appealed to anyone who may have experienced similar abuse during army enlistment medical examinations to come forward and share their stories.
The inquiry is examining allegations dating back to the 1970s and stretching into the 2010s, suggesting that multiple perpetrators may be involved. Senior investigators say they are actively following leads and reaching out to a large number of people, but no suspects have yet been identified.
Defense Minister Luke Pollard has praised the bravery of those who have come forward with their allegations, vowing that the Ministry of Defence will support Wiltshire police's investigation fully. The minister for veterans, Louise Sandher-Jones, also addressed alleged victims directly, promising to stand by them throughout the process and ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice.
The British army has issued a strong condemnation of sexual abuse and misconduct, with Deputy Chief of the General Staff Lt Gen David Eastman saying there is "no place" for such behavior. The MoD has promised to root out any form of exploitation or abuse and is committed to supporting victims through this traumatic experience.
As the investigation continues, it remains unclear how many people will ultimately be affected by these allegations, but one thing is clear: the British army must take immediate action to address its culture and ensure that those who serve their country can do so without fear of abuse or exploitation.
A disturbing wave of allegations is sweeping through the British army, as hundreds of women have come forward to claim they were subjected to sexual abuse during medical examinations over five decades. The shocking claims are being investigated by Wiltshire police, who are working closely with the Ministry of Defence and other forces.
According to a well-placed source, the investigation, codenamed Operation Pianora, has already received numerous complaints, but no official figure for the number of women involved has been confirmed. However, detectives have appealed to anyone who may have experienced similar abuse during army enlistment medical examinations to come forward and share their stories.
The inquiry is examining allegations dating back to the 1970s and stretching into the 2010s, suggesting that multiple perpetrators may be involved. Senior investigators say they are actively following leads and reaching out to a large number of people, but no suspects have yet been identified.
Defense Minister Luke Pollard has praised the bravery of those who have come forward with their allegations, vowing that the Ministry of Defence will support Wiltshire police's investigation fully. The minister for veterans, Louise Sandher-Jones, also addressed alleged victims directly, promising to stand by them throughout the process and ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice.
The British army has issued a strong condemnation of sexual abuse and misconduct, with Deputy Chief of the General Staff Lt Gen David Eastman saying there is "no place" for such behavior. The MoD has promised to root out any form of exploitation or abuse and is committed to supporting victims through this traumatic experience.
As the investigation continues, it remains unclear how many people will ultimately be affected by these allegations, but one thing is clear: the British army must take immediate action to address its culture and ensure that those who serve their country can do so without fear of abuse or exploitation.
oh my god, this is just heartbreaking... like, how could this happen in a place where people are supposed to be safe? I'm thinking about all these women who had to go through this trauma and I just want to hug them all... 
it's crazy that it took so long for anyone to come forward with their stories, but I guess now the British army is finally taking responsibility and trying to make things right. 
but what about all the people who were affected during that time? I hope they get some kind of support or justice... 
I'm just shocked that this still happens in 2025, we should be way better than this by now... 
This is just heartbreaking 
. It's crazy that it's been going on for decades 
and still no one knows exactly how many people were affected 
. The fact that the army is finally taking responsibility and saying "no place" for abuse is a good start 
, but we need to see real change 
. We need better support systems in place for victims and consequences for perpetrators 
. This should be a wake-up call for everyone involved in the military 
.
. I can only imagine how hard it must be to relive these memories, but knowing that justice is being pursued makes a difference 
. The government and the army need to do everything in their power to root out this kind of abuse and create a culture where everyone feels safe and respected 
.
Ugh, this is a super dark topic 
. Its also good 2 see the MoD & gov officials acknowledging the issue & vowing 2 support victims. We gotta keep pushing 4 change & holding ppl in power accountable 
. And I gotta say, its inspiring 2 hear about all these women who are finding their voice & sharing their stories 
.
This is absolutely heartbreaking... hundreds of women have been through this unimaginable trauma & pain 
. The fact that it went on for so long, like from the 70s to the 2010s... is just mind-blowing 
. The British army needs to take responsibility & make sure that this kind of thing never happens again