US EditionSouth Africa Antarctic Base Faces Assault Allegations, Investigation Ongoing
- An individual previously charged with child sex offences has not been found guilty, as the charges were withdrawn.
- Despite a stated zero tolerance policy on harassment, bullying, and racism, the individual alleged daily experiences of such behaviors at work.
- The individual feels pressured to prioritize business over family and has faced reprimands for voicing objections instead of support.
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A horrific incident in Antarctica. Scientists caught up with a bully.
Polar scares: assault in the Antarctic
Scientists working on a remote Antarctica research station have pleaded to be rescued after accusing one of their team of assault.The nine-person team had only just arrived for a 13-month overwinter mission at South Africa's Sanae IV Antarctic base when officials in Pretoria received an email saying a team member had become violent. The man was "accused of physical assault, sexual harassment and 'deeply disturbing behaviour'", said Newsweek.Thin…
South African Antarctic Expedition Still Stranded With Out-Of-Control Crew Member Who Sexually Harassed and Beat-up Colleagues – Authorities Monitoring the Situation Remotely
A South African Antarctic expedition faces turmoil as a crew member's violent behavior poses serious challenges. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, raising urgent questions about safety and leadership in extreme environments.
Scientists at the Antarctic research base will not be evacuated, South Africa's environment minister says. However, a remote crisis response has been launched to calm the situation after a person threatened and used violence against his colleagues.
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