Milly Dowler

Milly Dowler was a 13-year-old British schoolgirl who went missing in March 2002 while on her way home from school. Her case garnered significant media attention and public concern. Tragically, her body was found six months later. The investigation revealed that her phone had been hacked by journalists from a major newspaper, which further fueled outrage and sparked debates about privacy, ethics in journalism, and the relationship between the press and police. The scandal led to legal changes in the UK, including a public inquiry into press practices and ultimately contributed to greater awareness of media ethics.