A powerful new Sky documentary is placing the voices of survivors at the heart of the ongoing fight against child sexual exploitation. The podcast, titled 'Prey: Inside today's grooming gangs', offers a harrowing and vital insight into how these criminal networks continue to operate and devastate young lives.
Survivors' Stories Take Centre Stage
The Sky News Daily podcast episode, released on Thursday 4 December 2025, features specialist producers Liz Lane and Sarah O'Connell. Both journalists have dedicated years to working with vulnerable and groomed women and girls, creating a platform for them to share their experiences. In this episode, they speak with host Niall about the specific cases of survivors named Scarlett and Danielle, detailing the brutal reality of the abuse they endured.
The documentary does not shy away from the grim details, serving as a stark warning about the methods used by predators. It tackles subjects including grooming, drug abuse, violence, and systematic child sexual exploitation. The producers' work underscores a critical message: these gangs remain an active plague within communities, exploiting the most vulnerable.
A Platform for Truth and Awareness
By giving survivors direct agency over their narratives, 'Prey' aims to foster greater public understanding and challenge the silence that often surrounds these crimes. The episode is part of Sky News's commitment to investigative journalism that drives social awareness.
Listeners can access the content via their preferred podcast app by searching for Sky News Daily. The full documentary is also available to watch on Sky News and the Sky News YouTube channel. The episode was produced by Soila Apparicio and edited by Mike Bovill.
Where to Find Support and Information
The release of 'Prey' highlights the persistent threat of grooming gangs and the urgent need for continued vigilance and support for survivors. It acts as both a documentary resource and a call to action for communities and authorities to recognise and combat these crimes.
Warning: This episode contains graphic discussions of grooming, drugs, violence, and child sexual exploitation, and listener discretion is advised.
