Queen Camilla Opens Up About Teenage Assault and Domestic Violence Discussion
Camilla revealed in an interview on BBC Radio 4's Today programme that she was assaulted on a train as a teenager and resisted her attacker. She recalled her mother noticing that her hair was standing on end and a button was missing from her coat afterwards. The memory remained with her for years, stirring anger and prompting reflection on broader issues of domestic abuse.
The interview, guest-edited by Theresa May, connected personal experience to wider discussions on violence against women and girls. It featured the story of the Hunt family from Bushey, Hertfordshire, where on 9 July 2024 Kyle Clifford killed Louise Hunt, Hannah Hunt, and Carol Hunt, who was Louise's ex-partner. John Hunt and his daughter Amy shared their perspectives, with Amy emphasizing that domestic violence affects all classes and ages.
Camilla highlighted that speaking openly about domestic violence can be cathartic and stressed the importance of early intervention and respect education in schools. The piece also discussed how online misogyny and radicalization contribute to such violence, noting the impact of online content and attitudes.
In memory of Carol, Louise, and Hannah Hunt, the Hunt Family Fund was established to support charities aiding young women, with a fundraising gala held earlier in the month.
