A young Scottish girl wards off and alleged sex attacker
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A 14-year-old girl was arrested in Dundee on August 23 after a video surfaced showing her brandishing a knife and an axe in what she claimed was self-defense against an alleged attacker.
The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, occurred near St Ann Lane, where the girl and another individual were confronted by a man. The video shows the girl holding the weapons while shouting, "Don't touch her," as the man appears to retreat.
Police Scotland confirmed the arrest, stating that officers responded to a report of a female youth with a bladed weapon around 7:40 p.m. The girl was charged with possession of an offensive weapon, while the alleged attacker, a 28-year-old man, was charged with attempted sexual assault and remains in custody.
The case has sparked outrage online, with many arguing that the girl was defending herself and her friend. Public petitions demanding the charges be dropped have garnered significant support, and the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service is reviewing the circumstances, considering self-defense claims.
The incident has reignited debates on self-defense laws and youth protection in Scotland, with the Scottish Government announcing a review of related legislation expected to conclude by early 2026.