Trigger warning: The following article contains language regarding sexual assault and child abuse.
The United Kingdom’s royal family is no stranger to scandal.
The statement continued, “That decision hasn’t been taken lightly.

Smyth is not the only survivor who has come forward regarding abuse from the royal family.
These events unfolded in the 1970s.
If you or anyone you know has been a victim of sexual assault, help is available.

Visit theRape, Abuse & Incest National internet websiteor contact RAINN’s National Helpline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673).