Child abuse/porn is a real hot button with me, since children look to adults to protect them and we oftentimes do not. There are many people who exhibit despicable, deplorable behavior. Unfortunately only a small percentage of them are caught, and you cannot tell who they are just by looking at them
As adults we need to step back and ask ourselves questions when we see "unusual" behavior. Eg., the 'favorite uncle' who likes to tickle children to excess or giving the child many gifts out of proportion to the relationship to the child. This website discusses what abusers look for in their "prey":
Understanding Abusers - Building Stronger Families -protecting children against sexual abuse.
We must also mentally check off behaviors of children we are around that may lead us to wonder if we should report, document or question further. We are not the experts, nor are we in an environment where we are exposed to many children, but must still remain alert.
There is a website (
Abuse Victim Profile shows the individual behavior patterns | The Lamplighter Movement) which lists behaviors that help identify children who may be at risk, which includes:
People pleasing
Insomnia
Weak boundaries
Low self esteem
Cutting or self injury
The engineer happened to be working for a company which is popular with many Villagers. I am sure those at the station are appalled as we are. Let's just do what we can to protect our children.