00:02Pounding the pavements on a morning run is part of Kate's daily routine.
00:07But a recent experience has left her shaken.
00:10He wound his window down, he said some awful things to me
00:12and at that point my instincts kicked in and I was terrified
00:15and I thought to myself, what if I never see my kids again?
00:19After running into a busy area where she lost the car,
00:23she called the police who she says initially dismissed her.
00:26You wonder why women don't ever call triple zero or make complaints against these men.
00:30Her story touched a nerve online.
00:33This morning I went for my normal run.
00:36Harmless behaviour until one day a woman doesn't make it home.
00:40I have to be aware of my surroundings 24-7.
00:43My anxiety is high and I'm on survival mode.
00:46It is truly terrifying. You scan for any way to make it out safely.
00:50The keen runner has now given a statement to police
00:53who say they're investigating the matter and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
00:58Others say safety precautions are a top priority.
01:01I'll never listen to music.
01:03I will also choose my route based on how well lit it is and how well populated it is.
01:08About 90% of my runs are done with other people
01:11and if I'm running in the dark it won't even be just with another female friend.
01:16Experts say it shouldn't be their responsibility.
01:18The emphasis needs to be on the people or the men who are engaging in this behaviour in the first
01:23place.
01:24Not us trying to control what women do.
01:27Left shaken, Kate's not sure when she'll return to her early morning ritual.
01:31I want to get back out there but I'm terrified.
01:33geld head.
01:39We'll leave.
01:39You
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