Campaign aims to highlight domestic abuse help

A police force has launched a campaign to highlight the help available to victims of domestic abuse.

Lincolnshire Police said it was joining with partners across the county, including the Lincolnshire Domestic Abuse Specialist Service, for the 16-day campaign.

Force lead for domestic abuse, Det Ch Insp Rachael Cox, said it was an opportunity to highlight the work being done to tackle the issue.

“Building trust and encouraging victims to seek help is an ongoing mission for police and partners," she added.

The campaign aims to highlight what is in place to protect and help victims of abuse, including domestic abuse protection orders, safe spaces and Clare’s Law - a scheme to let people find out from police if their partner has a history of domestic violence.

"We will talk about what constitutes abuse, highlighting red flag behaviours and emphasising that abuse is not always physical – it can be financial or psychological, Det Ch Insp Cox said.

“Our job, year round, is targeting perpetrators of domestic abuse to keep people safe from harm. If you need help, please call us. We understand that it’s a difficult step to take, but we want every person in the county to know that there is help and support regardless of if you decide to report to us," she added.

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