Commuters urged to help tackle child sexual exploitation

Police working with partner agencies encourage commuters to report any suspicious behaviour.

Published 31st Oct 2016

Here at Piccadilly Station the sight of a child travelling on their own may not raise anyone's suspicions.

But police say more people need to ask questions if they see something that doesn't seem right.

DCI Steve May is from British Transport Police...

It's not just passengers who need to be made more aware - police say they're also encouraging transport staff and even their own officers to be extra vigilant.

Commutersare urged not to turn a blind eye to children who may be vulnerable.