Ella Leyers criticizes blame on women

Police in Kortrijk arrested 5 people, including 3 bar owners, for drink spiking, which led to at least 41 women being drugged and assaulted between 2021 and 2024. TV host Ella Leyers criticized victim-blaming and called for stronger laws to protect women from such crimes, emphasizing the need for more focus on prevention and safety measures rather than just reacting after the fact. The case has sparked discussions on the seriousness of spiking as a form of sexual violence and the importance of making nightlife establishments safer for potential victims.

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