Musk accuses UK of covering up crimes against children

A scandal has erupted in the United Kingdom over the failure to investigate mass child abuse cases. Elon Musk's involvement has drawn particular attention, as he publicly accused Labour Party leader Keir Starmer of covering up the crimes.

What happened?
For many years, criminal groups, predominantly consisting of individuals of Pakistani origin, operated in the UK. According to media reports, they created networks of sexual exploitation in which hundreds of girls aged 11 to 15 became victims. They were given alcohol and drugs before being subjected to violence. Such incidents occurred even in boarding schools.

However, as The Telegraph reports, authorities and law enforcement agencies often ignored the issue, fearing accusations of racism and potential mass protests against migrants.

Keir Starmer's role
Elon Musk stated that Keir Starmer, who headed the Crown Prosecution Service between 2008 and 2013, is responsible for the lack of proper investigation into these crimes.

In a post on the X platform, Musk wrote:
"Полиция Великобритании должна была получать одобрение Королевской прокурорской службы для предъявления обвинений в таких серьёзных преступлениях, как изнасилование. Кто возглавлял эту службу, когда банды насильников оставались безнаказанными? Кир Стармер, 2008–2013 гг." (UK police required the approval of the Crown Prosecution Service to bring charges for serious crimes such as rape. Who headed this service when gangs of rapists went unpunished? Keir Starmer, 2008–2013.)

Government reaction
London responded sharply to these accusations. Health Secretary Andrew Gwynne noted that Musk should not interfere in the UK's internal affairs:
"Илон Маск — гражданин США, и, возможно, ему лучше сосредоточиться на проблемах за Атлантикой." (Elon Musk is a US citizen, and perhaps he would be better off focusing on issues across the Atlantic.)

The Labour Party, led by Starmer, also rejected the possibility of an investigation related to his past activities. Home Secretary Jess Phillips stated that no public inquiry into the matter is planned.

Political consequences
The opposition, including Nigel Farage's Reform UK party, is demanding that Starmer be held accountable and a new investigation be conducted. Meanwhile, Musk's actions have sparked both support and criticism, heightening tensions in the British political landscape.