Colleagues at the inquest criticized the military's handling of Beck's complaints, particularly noting that Battery Sergeant Major Michael Webber faced only a minor sanction after allegedly pinning Beck down and attempting to kiss her.

Gunner Jaysley Beck, a 19-year-old Royal Artillery soldier, was found dead in her barracks at Larkhill Camp, Wiltshire, on December 15, 2021, following a troubling pattern of harassment from her line manager, Bombardier Ryan Mason.

Beck had expressed feeling 'trapped' and uncomfortable with Mason's declarations of love, which she described as crossing a line, and she feared that reporting his behavior would jeopardize her military career.

During the inquest, it was revealed that Mason sent Beck over 3,600 messages in November 2021 alone, with more than 1,000 sent the previous month, leading her to describe him as 'psychotic and possessive'.

Mason, who has since left the Army, appeared at the inquest but declined to answer many questions regarding his relationship with Beck, including allegations that he threatened self-harm to manipulate her.

The proceedings have underscored the urgent need for clear boundaries in military relationships and the serious consequences that can arise from their violation.

Tragically, just days after expressing her inability to cope with Mason's behavior, Beck was found dead, marking a heartbreaking end to her struggles.

An Army service inquiry indicated that the harassment Beck faced, along with personal issues such as family bereavement and relationship problems, contributed significantly to her mental strain prior to her death.

Legal counsel for Beck's family questioned Mason about his obsessive behavior towards her, but he declined to answer, further complicating the narrative of their professional relationship.

Beck reportedly described Webber's apology letter as 'pathetic' and felt that her complaint was not taken seriously by the military disciplinary system.

The ongoing inquest continues to examine the circumstances surrounding Beck's death, highlighting the need for better reporting and support mechanisms for soldiers experiencing harassment.

Mason claimed in court that he never had romantic feelings for Beck, despite the overwhelming volume of messages he sent her.