URGENT: Train Safety Crisis Deepens as Sexual Offences Surge 35% Since 2015.

Breaking News: Train Safety Crisis Deepens as Sexual Offences Surge 35% Since 2015 Reports of sexual offences on trains have risen by a third over the past decade, with 2,661 incidents reported across England, Scotland, and Wales last year. One in ten victims were children, some as young as 13. The surge in reports has sparked concern among authorities, with British Transport Police describing it as a "serious issue" that will be taken "very seriously". Train operators have also vowed to take action, stating they have a "zero tolerance" policy towards sexual harassment. According to data gathered by the BBC via a Freedom of Information request, the rise in reports is not limited to England and Wales. Scotland has also seen an increase in incidents, with 1,116 reported last year. The impact on passengers is clear: Rhiannon Williams, who was sexually harassed on a train earlier this summer, said she felt trapped and helpless. "You can't go anywhere, you can't escape," she recalled. British Transport Police has promised to investigate every allegation thoroughly, while train operators are reviewing their safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future. This is a developing story, with further updates expected as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*