Elder abuse can happen at the hands of care givers, relatives, or anybody else who is in contact with a vulnerable adult.

The victim may worry about telling anybody what is happening to them. For more information and support visit: victimlincs.co.uk/elder-abuse/

Violent crime is when someone physically hurts another. The police will record a crime as violent if the offender clearly intends to cause harm, even if it doesn't result in physical injury.

To find out more, visit:
💻victimlincs.co.uk
Or call:
📞01522 212333

If you have chosen to report a crime to the police, you may be unsure as to what comes next. For information about your rights, the police investigation, going to court, and other FAQs visit:
💻 victimlincs.co.uk/what-to-expect…

Alice Ruggles Trust is a specialist stalking service that helps raise awareness of the risks associated with stalking, supports training and research, and campaigns for provisions for victims.
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Using tech to watch what someone is doing?
Forcing them to share their passwords?
Bombarding them with calls and messages?
These are signs of stalking behaviour.
If you've been a victim of online harassment or stalking, support is available:
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Do you know the FOUR indicators of stalking behaviour:
Fixated, Obsessive, Unwanted, Repeated.
In 2022/23 Lincolnshire police dealt with 7644 reports of stalking and harassment.
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It’s National Stalking Awareness Week.
Stalking can happen to anyone.
If you, or someone you know is being stalked, please know that support is available:
National stalking helpline: 0808 802 0300
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Today is #StephenLawrenceDay , honouring the memory of Stephen Lawrence by highlighting the importance of standing up against discrimination, and inspiring societal change through reflection and learning.

To learn more about Stephen's story visit: stephenlawrenceday.org/stephens-story/

Victim Lincs is here to ensure that anyone living, working or studying in Lincolnshire gets the support they need if they have been the victim of crime. We want all victims and survivors to have access to the right support.

For more information visit:
💻victimlincs.co.uk

Cybercrime is any offence that is committed through, or enabled by the use of technology. Facing cyber crime can feel like facing an invisible enemy- but support is available.
Visit
💻 victimlincs.co.uk
or call:
☎️ 01522 212333

Being a victim of a robbery may leave you anxious, on edge, or scared to go out. If you have been affected by a robbery, Victim Lincs are available to discuss your support options.

Visit:
💻victimlincs.co.uk
or call:
📞01522 212333

Revenge porn is when someone shares, or threatens to share private, sexual images or videos of another without their consent. This is a criminal offence and those sharing these images can be prosecuted.

Find out more by visiting the Cyber Helpline:
thecyberhelpline.com/guides/revenge…

Wishing our Muslim community a happy and safe Eid, from Victim Lincs! 🌙

At Victim Lincs we believe that it is important that you have a say in what your support looks like. While you may not wish to report a crime to the police, support is still available.

To find out about your options, visit:
💻victimlincs.co.uk
☎️Or call 01522 212333

Restorative Justice is a way for victims to communicate safely with those that caused them harm.

For more information visit:
💻victimlincs.co.uk/restorative-ju…

Support is available for victims of crimes including sexual violence and sexual abuse; criminal damage and arson; stalking and harassment; honour based abuse, and more.

For more information and support visit:
💻victimlincs.co.uk
Or Call:
☎️01522 212333

Today, the Lincolnshire Safeguarding Children Partnership launches their new website.

Through partnership working in the county, their vision is that all children are safeguarded and their welfare is promoted.

For more information visit:
lincolnshirescp.org.uk

Happy Easter from everyone at Victim Lincs!

We remain closed until Tuesday 2nd April, however support is still available at:
📞08 08 16 89 111

Victim Lincs will be closed over the Bank Holiday weekend, reopening on Tuesday 2nd April.

However, support is available from Victim Support 24/7 at:
📞 08 08 16 89 111

Child abuse can take many forms including:
👉physical abuse
👉emotional abuse
👉sexual abuse
👉neglect.
Not all types of abuse have visible signs and this can make spotting them difficult.

Find more information at:
victimlincs.co.uk/child-abuse-ex…