BC Woman Gets Terrifying Sexual Assault Threat Via AirDrop While Riding The Bus

Police find the incident "extremely concerning."
BC Woman Gets Terrifying Sexual Assault Threat Via AirDrop While Riding The Bus
Marc Bruxelle | Dreamstime
Staff Writer

An “extremely concerning” incident took place involving a female traveller receiving threatening AirDrop messages from a stranger. Metro Vancouver Transit Police are now investigating.

This article contains graphic content that might not be suitable for some readers. This article includes threats of sexual violence. 

According to CTV News, an unidentified woman has stated that a stranger threatened to rape her through a message sent using the iPhone's AirDrop feature. The message was from "Justins iphone."

“

I should have stood up and asked 'Justin' to show his face.


The woman, who's chosen to remain anonymous 

The victim posted on Facebook about the incident, saying she boarded the bus at Newton Exchange in Surrey at around 11 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14. 

The lone female traveller said that within minutes of sitting down she received a photo from “Justins iphone" via AirDrop with the caption “I’m going to rape you.”

While she declined the photo transfer, she did take a screenshot of the message and transit police are now investigating. 

Via CTV News

This article’s cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.

NewsCanada

U.S. suspect conspired with Tumbler Ridge killer before and during attack: FBI

U.S. resident helped Tumbler Ridge shooter: FBI

Man accused of kidnapping B.C. girl, 7, was already wanted for armed assault

Suspect in schoolgirl's kidnap faced arms charge

I'm the one laughing now, victim tells B.C. sex trafficker at sentencing hearing

Victim will 'never forgive' B.C. sex trafficker

Ontario has a sixth Great Lake with charming little towns and turquoise waters

It's a dreamy spot to explore.

This Hallmark town 1 hour from Toronto has charming streets and lakeside boardwalks

It has "fall day trip" written all over it. 🍂

I went to Canadian Tire for the first time as a newcomer — Here's why it totally blew my mind

Nobody warned me what was actually inside Canadian Tire! 🤯

7 things Canadians should appreciate more — from someone living in the USA

It's the little things that you miss the most! 🇨🇦

This majestic waterfall 1 hour from Toronto is the best alternative to Niagara Falls

It's surrounded by beautiful autumn scenery.

I moved to Canada from Ukraine 4 years ago — These 7 things still completely surprise me

I've made Canada my home, but there are some Canadian habits I may never understand! 🫣

Ontario is home to Canada's most beautiful village and it's stunning in the fall

It has charming streets and cozy autumn vibes.

Backstreet Boys extend Toronto residency to 11 nights

Backstreet Boys add more Toronto show dates

Turkey gravy sold in Canada is being urgently recalled on Thanksgiving weekend

Officials say it could cause a "serious or life-threatening reaction."

Carney: Trump's 'energy ceasefire' could 'de-escalate' war in Ukraine

Carney talks to Trump and Zelenskyy about energy