What’s the legal repercussions of speaking out online anonymously about certain things may know of a person we may know of called Andrew, and his friends?

[2026anon]

Just wondering where on the internet is safe to speak about it anonymously with no personal repercussions (financial and personal repercussions)?

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I noticed that the OP has encouraged posters with a similar experience to contact her via PM. Just wanted to remind everyone of the standard warning that it might not be wise for vulnerable people to approach someone unknown in this way.
@2026anon , the news stories on this upsetting topic usually give out links to support info and it might be better to for you to approach a relevant victims' organisation, rather than making yourself vulnerable to randoms on the internet or encouraging others to do the same.

Thanks, I wish I could delete that post I made as it was totally unwise. Will be contacting Mumsnet to try to delete it.

And people wonder why women don't speak up.

Besides, if they wanted to 'get paid' they'd be asking about civil action. Why would anyone looking for money throw away the potential for a massive civil award or settlement by selling their story to a rag for a few grand?

Maybe SOAR can offer you some support and advice, it was set up by VG to support victims. To delete your post you just report it to mnhq and ask for them to delete it.

None if you can prove it (and obtained the proof legally I assume)

The legal repercussions - which is what OP ask for - would be the prospect of defending a financially crippling libel case.

Ultimately it's for a court to decide what's proven, and for many people the risk of going that far (both financial and to their health/wellbeing) is simply too great.

I’m sorry for what you have been through, and hope you find peace.

I wish these men were exceptionally corrupt but I suspect they are fairly ordinary- they just happen to have money and connections.

Good luck, @2026anon Whatever you decide must put you first. You do not owe other people anything.

I can't offer any legal advice @2026anon but I really think you should speak to a support organisation first.

Even if you decide not to speak out suppressing your emotions is not good. You need to be able to talk this through with a professional. You need to look after your mental health first before making any big decisions.

Sending you love

An organisation such as SupportLine might be helpful to you. The number is here: https://www.supportline.org.uk/ @2026anon

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-news-agents/id1640878689?i=1000750202539

An interesting podcast on this topic…

How are you doing @2026anon

This has just been announced - Surrey police asking for witnesses to come forward re issues with PA in Virgina Water

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/surrey-police-metropolitan-police-rachel-reeves-andrew-mountbattenwindsor-essex-police-b2922817.html

I would prioritise seeking emotional support from a professional within a C/SA charity first. Your own MH is fragile and paramount. Going to the police is a choice you can make at any time or never - that choice can wait. Take care of yourself. It sounds like you have been through hell and buried it.

He’s just been arrested today it looks like

Havent had headspace to act on advice people had kindly given in the last week, apologies. Life has been full on stressful of late, with this swirling around my head on top. But going to be making contact with relevant people when get childcare this weekend and time to address this with clear head. This is push I needed. And hopefully others out there will come out. Really hope so

Take care, OP. You are the only person that can prioritise your wellbeing. You owe nothing.

Just wanted to say OP I have cPTSD. Its really tough as all this stuff is so triggering. I just make sure to take care of myself. Switch off from time to time as you say you are doing. Mentally, having worked through this a lot, I am extremely strong and resilient as it sounds like you are. But I can spiral if not careful and then the world turns upside down. I count myself lucky to have had access to a good trauma therapist. Have to say it's not for everyone but meditation is my superpower in between external support.

I am rooting for you as with all the other girls/women who have been caught up in this. Whatever you decide to do prioritise yourself as others say.