The PSNI has launched a new advertising campaign aimed at encouraging victims to report incidents of domestic abuse.
The campaign comes a week after Chief Constable Matt Baggott revealed the number of incidents of domestic violence reported to police in the North had risen by 2,000 in the past year.
Up until last month, there had been 27,190 reports of domestic abuse incidents received by police in comparison to the previous year’s figure of 25,196.
Describing the figures as “abhorrent,” the Chief Constable said the “emotional impact” of domestic abuse should not be underestimated.
The new campaign is designed to encourage the reporting of incidents and make domestic abuse victims aware that they can take steps to stop it.
It initiative will highlight that a 24 hour Domestic and Sexual Violence Helpline is available.
Police strongly encourage anyone suffering from domestic abuse to contact their local police on 0845 600 8000 or in an emergency, call 999.
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