'Silent scream' aid device launched

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The hi-tech gadget forms part of a campaign aimed at helping young people stay safe over the festive period.

The device works by pressing a button on the key fob for four seconds, which sends an alert to four people on their mobiles.

The message not only serves as an alert for help, but instantly locates the sender using satellite technology, even if they are moving.

The BuddySafe device is free to under-18s with a monthly running cost of £4.99. For adults, it costs £30 to buy and £5.99 a month to run.

The Lucie Blackman Trust will also unveil a Christmas survival guide and other personal safety products, including alarms and drink-spiking detectors.

Miss Blackman's father, Tim, who lives on the Isle of Wight, believes the device could help save young lives.

He set up the Lucie Blackman Trust to protect young people and stop families experiencing his nightmare, which started seven years ago when his daughter was killed in Japan. He was joined by Miss Blackman's sister, Sophie, at the launch of their campaign in London on Monday.

He said: "My daughter Lucie was drugged, raped and murdered. I want to ensure other families don't experience this nightmare and I will do everything I can to keep young people safe at home or abroad.

"This is a Christmas campaign. It is also for personal safety. Everybody loves Christmas, Lucie loved Christmas, but it is an opportunity to think about your personal service."