Lincolnshire Police have been in the national news today following the release of data showing that it is among the police forces with the lowest number of rapes recorded in the adult population. The story also reports that they are the force with the highest number of rape offences being declassified after they have been reported so that they are no longer considered to be a crime.
One possible reason for this is due to victims losing confidence with the authorities to treat them with sensitivity after they report an incident.
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Many victims of serious sexual assaults are often not aware that it is possible for them to make a claim for criminal injuries compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. At Ringrose Law we have a team of legal advisors who have a great deal of experience in this area.
If you have been the victim of a serious sexual assault that you have reported to the police and you would like some advice regarding whether you may be eligible for criminal injuries compensation, then please contact one of our legal advisors. We have offices across Lincolnshire and Newark and we will deal with your enquiry sensitively and confidentially.