In October 2022, a BBC journalist received a series of obscene phone calls that triggered a lengthy and frustrating battle with law enforcement. Despite recording the calls as evidence and reporting the harassment to the police, her case faced multiple setbacks, including dropped investigations and inadequate responses. After a year’s persistence, the suspect, Amjad Khan, was finally charged and convicted of malicious communications. The case highlights systemic issues within policing and the challenges victims face in seeking justice for sexual offenses, underscoring the urgent need for reform and accountability.