Upskirting is not the “victimless crime” that some think it is

December 01, 2024

Dear readers,

It is not uncommon these days to hear of upskirt crimes, even of offenders with collections of hundreds of upskirt photos in their possession.

The offence has become so commonplace, and because it does not leave any physical scars, most people barely register just how serious it actually is - a violation of survivors' privacy and security.

Through in-depth interviews with three victims of upskirt offences, CNA TODAY found out how deep the psychological impact of this crime can go and how long they can last. The women say they no longer feel safe in public and have changed the way they dress and behave in a bid to feel more protected.

Worse, their experiences have been belittled by those they have told, with many telling them they are overreacting or even insinuating that they are bragging about their attractiveness.

In this week's Big Read, CNA TODAY takes a closer look at the insidious crime of upskirting and how society's attitude towards it is damaging to victims.

Yours faithfully,

Yasmine Yahya
Deputy Chief Editor, CNA Digital (TODAY, Lifestyle & Luxury)

These three women were upskirted. Their lives have never been the same again