Grooming UK Documentary by TR News

This 2023 documentary by TR News investigates the grooming gangs scandal in the United Kingdom, focusing on the sexual exploitation of mainly underage girls by groups of men, predominantly of Pakistani heritage, in various towns across England. It examines the scale of the abuse, including cases in Rotherham, Rochdale, and Telford, where thousands of victims were targeted over decades through tactics like offering gifts, drugs, and alcohol to build trust before coercion and trafficking. The film incorporates survivor testimonies, interviews with whistleblowers such as former detective Maggie Oliver, and analyses of institutional failures, including police reluctance to pursue investigations due to concerns over racism accusations, inadequate victim support, and cover-ups by local authorities. It highlights ongoing issues, the impact on communities, and calls for national accountability and reforms in child protection systems.