French press reports that harassment of women in immigrant enclaves is getting rapidly worse

New article from LeParisien discussing the situation with sexual harassment in immigrant heavy areas of Paris.

In May 2017, a group of residents of the Chapelle-Pajol district wrote a petition, which quickly became viral, entitled "Women, an endangered species at the heart of Paris ".

Said one woman:

"The situation has worsened... since these men are more and more numerous. Like many others, I gave up taking the metro to La Chapelle, to cross the square ... Even at a running pace. Between sexist or gritty remarks, rustling, unpleasant looks and fear of aggression, I capitulated....The police are more present, it's true, but the fights are also more and more numerous and violent."

Numerous French media outlets have reported that women are disappearing from the nightlife of Paris. They do not go out to cafes or restaurants in the evening. Many stay at home for fear of being attacked.

I wonder what could have changed in the last few decades.