Cyclist's Harrowing Account of Sexual Harassment in Medellin Sparks Outrage

Sexual Harassment on Medellin's Roads: Cyclist's Plea for Safer Streets A female cyclist in Medellin, Colombia, has shared a harrowing account of repeated sexual harassment while cycling on the city's roads. In a video posted online, the cyclist, who wishes to remain anonymous, describes three separate incidents where she was subjected to inappropriate touching by men on motorcycles. "It's not just me," she says in the video, "this happens to many women." The video, which has garnered significant attention online, highlights the ongoing issue of gender-based violence and the lack of safety for women in public spaces. The cyclist's emotional testimony underscores the urgent need for increased safety measures and awareness campaigns to protect women cyclists in Medellin. Authorities have yet to comment on the incidents, but the video has sparked widespread discussion about the need for safer cycling infrastructure and greater protection for women in the city.