Police crackdown on harassment of female joggers

Police in Surrey have launched a crackdown on harassment of female joggers.

The campaign - named Jog On - will see non-uniformed female Surrey Police officers jogging in key locations.

Instances of catcalling and sexually suggestive comments will be dealt with by support crews.

The crackdown is being rolled out following the force's work identifying and intervening violence against women and girls in bars, clubs and town centres across the county.

It follows a 2025 study which revealed that while 94% of over 450 female residents surveyed in Surrey had experience of a form of harassment, 49% never reported it, according to Surrey County Council.

The campaign is designed to be "varied and unpredictable," taking place at any time of day, according to police.

Insp Jon Vale said harassment of women was "not welcome in Surrey".

"We have female officers and staff members who have been the subject to such behaviour when off duty," he said.

"Please reflect and ask yourself 'is this how you would treat or want your partner, mother or sister to be treated'?"

Olivia Derrick, head of Wherever, Whenever Walks, a women's safety and empowerment group in Surrey, said police have joined their walks.

"I was assaulted at a young age, so women's safety is something that I'm very passionate about," Ms Derrick said.

"It's great to see that Surrey Police are taking it so seriously."

Surrey Police say violence against women and girls can be reported through its website, online reporting tool or by calling 101.

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