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A few days ago ...
I didn't end up making a police report as I didn't pass a car or station for a couple of days and to be honest, just wanted to forget it. ...
A few days ago as I was walking along the uphill forested path between Sarria and Barbadelo and was groped by a man on a quad bike.
He was driving down the trail as I was walking up. As it was quite narrow, I stopped walking and stepped to the side to allow him to pass. He surprised me by stopping the bike next to me. Not being in the mood for a chat at that moment, I started to continue walking and we exchanged small talk about the heat that day.
As I passed him he grabbed my butt, quite aggressively, then immediately started to drive away. Completely shocked I shouted a few choice words in English , then screamed after him in Spanish that I would call the police. He laughed while driving away.
I didn't end up making a police report as I didn't pass a car or station for a couple of days and to be honest, just wanted to forget it. A Camino friend encouraged me to make this post so other women might be forewarned. Should you see him, I suggest you try to keep walking or keep a wide berth if the trail is spacious enough. He was on a quad bike wearing a helmet, glasses and a bright orange tshirt. I'd estimate in he is in his forties.
I do want to add that I have hiked alone extensively in many countries and have never experienced anything like this before, which is probably why it came as such a shock. Additionally every pilgrim and local person I have met on the Camino over a month of walking has been extremely friendly. I did not and would not let this experience stop me continuing to walk solo.
@max44Has been like that for years. Like any country. Walk safely and not alone. Buen Camino.
Has been like that for years. Like any country. Walk safely and not alone. Buen Camino.
Kanga do you have any details who or how to report? I think figuring out the 'system' in a foreign country is half the obstacle in reporting it.Please report. Every time. In writing to the highest relevant authority in the area. Otherwise nothing is done.
Kanga do you have any details who or how to report? I think figuring out the 'system' in a foreign country is half the obstacle in reporting it.
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