Carrie Johnson is making waves with her call for better police treatment of sexual assault victims, following the shocking John Worboys scandal. She’s relieved the black cab rapist will remain behind bars, but believes there’s still much to improve in supporting victims.
Carrie, the wife of former PM Boris Johnson, helped bring Worboys to justice after her own terrifying encounter when she was just 19. In a bold piece for the Daily Mail, she expressed her wish to give victims a voice and called for urgent changes in police culture to ensure women feel safe and supported when they report assaults.
Worboys, jailed for life, is still deemed a high risk, according to the Parole Board. Despite a 2017 decision suggesting he was ready for release, strong voices from survivors overturned his potential freedom, ensuring justice prevails. However, Carrie warns that old habits die hard and more must be done to prevent such horrors in future.
Reflecting on her terrifying ordeal with Worboys, Carrie shared how she was drugged while in his taxi, yet managed to contribute to the case that eventually put him behind bars. This harrowing experience is part of the ITV drama “Believe Me,” depicting the brave fight for justice by Worboys’ victims.
Big changes have already occurred, like allowing some parole hearings to be public for transparency, but Carrie stresses more must be done. She’s calling on authorities to treat allegations seriously and ensure victims receive the justice they deserve. Here’s to hoping her courageous stand sparks real change!