Osteopath Torben Stig Hersborg jailed for voyeurism

Torben Stig Hersborg, a 64-year-old celebrity osteopath, was sentenced to three years and five months for voyeurism, having filmed approximately 2,000 women over a decade. Operating at his east London clinic and in public spaces, he set up secret cameras to capture intimate moments without consent. Prosecutors labeled him one of London’s most prolific voyeurs, emphasizing the scale of his offenses. The investigation began when a concerned citizen observed suspicious behavior, prompting police action that uncovered thousands of explicit images and videos on his devices. Notably, his celebrity clientele included tennis star Caroline Wozniacki and actress Anna Friel, although they were not involved in this case.

The Crown Prosecution Service highlighted the significant breach of trust and the impact on victims, who could not be identified from the footage. This case underscores the urgent need for stricter privacy protections in healthcare environments. The ruling not only penalizes Hersborg but also serves as a warning to others who might exploit their positions of trust.