Antarctic researchers are trapped inside isolated base with scientist who snapped, attacked co-workers: ‘Wondering if I might become the next victim’

Abstract

This is a news article from the 'New York Post' reporting on an incident at the South African research station SANAE IV in Antarctica. A team member allegedly assaulted and sexually harassed a colleague, and made threats that created an atmosphere of fear among the isolated team. Evacuation is not possible due to extreme weather, however, authorities have intervened remotely. The article is available at: https://nypost.com/2025/03/18/us-news/researcher-at-isolated-antarctica-base-snaps-attacks-colleagues-in-deeply-disturbing-incident-leaked-email/.