Nineteen-year-old soldier Jaysley Beck tragically took her own life on December 15, 2021, at Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire after enduring severe harassment from her superior officer.

In the month leading up to her death, Beck received an overwhelming 3,600 text messages from Bombardier Ryan Mason, which contributed to her feelings of discomfort and distress.

The inquest revealed that Mason's obsessive behavior included relentless declarations of love and concern, which Beck found frightening and overwhelming, especially following a recent breakup.

Initially, Beck's relationship with Mason seemed normal, but it quickly deteriorated as he began to overstep boundaries, leaving her feeling scared and trapped.

The inquiry report published in October 2023 indicated that Mason's actions were almost certainly a contributing factor in Beck's tragic death.

Beck's mother, Leighann McCready, testified that her daughter expressed fear of being labeled a 'troublemaker' if she reported Mason's harassment, despite having previously reported an incident of inappropriate touching.

The inquest noted that Beck had faced harassment from a Sergeant, which deeply affected her mental well-being and contributed to her sense of isolation within the Army.

Prior to her death, Beck had experienced significant trauma, including the suicide of her uncle in August 2020 and a recent breakup, which compounded her distress.

A service inquiry conducted by the Army concluded in October 2023 that the 'unwelcome' harassment Beck experienced was a causal factor in her suicide.

In July 2021, Beck reported an incident of assault by a sergeant during a team-building exercise, which left her feeling unsafe.

Additionally, Beck reported an incident of sexual harassment by a sergeant during a team-building event, which led her to sleep in her car that night.

The inquest continues to explore the broader implications of sexual harassment and mental health within the military setting.