Police Whistleblower Jon Wedger - London Canal Boats: Where the PREDAT*RS HIDE

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How do predators operate “hidden in plain sight” on London’s waterways? In this hard-hitting interview, former Scotland Yard detective and whistleblower Jon Wedger sits down with Andrew Gold to explain why Britain’s canal-boat network can be a perfect cover — and how, he says, systems meant to protect children can be exploited. Wedger shares first-hand experiences from frontline policing, shining a light on patterns of evasion, institutional pressure, and why speaking out carries personal and professional risks.

👉 What, according to Wedger, makes canal boats ideal for movement, secrecy, and fast disappearances?

👉 How do informal communities and gaps in oversight create blind spots for policing and safeguarding?

👉 Why do whistleblowers, he claims, face retaliation — and what finally pushed him to go public?

Wedger breaks down methods, warning signs, and operational blind spots he encountered, from case-building challenges to the difficulty of coordinating multiple agencies across boroughs and jurisdictions. He discusses allegations of elite interference and media reluctance to pursue leads, insisting that transparency is the only antidote to silence. He also recounts times he says he identified dozens of suspected offenders in a single month — and what happened next when he tried to escalate concerns.

This conversation stays focused on evidence, procedure, and lived experience: how tip-offs are handled, why victims hesitate to report, and what practical changes could help investigators act faster. Whether you’re a parent, policymaker, or simply someone who cares about safeguarding, Wedger’s account raises urgent questions about oversight, resourcing, and accountability on and off the water.

Love him or challenge him, Jon Wedger offers a rare insider’s perspective on an issue most would rather ignore. Watch to the end for his concrete proposals — and decide for yourself.

Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFSBxf4YWrA&t=3091s

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