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REPORTING TO THE POLICE

In emergencies you must call the Police on 999.
For all other non-emergency matters dial 101.

What you should expect from the Police
• To be seen, in most cases by a police officer who will
record your statement.
• To be treated fairly, honestly & with respect at all times.
• To be kept informed of what’s going on throughout
the case.
• The incident will be investigated professionally.
• You will be contacted by the officer in the case.
• You will be informed of the outcome of the investigation.
• The chance to give the police feedback on their performance. .
• To be contacted by Victim Support – unless you wish otherwise.
• To be told by the police if someone is charged for the offence.
• To be told by the PPS if the charge is dropped or downgraded.
• To be given advice about applying for compensation.
If you need to talk to the police, you should contact the officer dealing with your
case or, where there is one, the crime desk.
Keep a record of the information you need when calling:

Police Station
Telephone Number
Name of case officer
Rank and Number
Crime Reference Number
Tel. number of crime desk

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