PVP Shropshire

West Mercia Police: Protecting Vulnerable People. Investigation and Safeguarding - Domestic Abuse, Familial Child Abuse, Child Exploitation, Adult Safeguarding.

[PVP Shropshire @PVPShropshire]

Some more positive results for the team in the last couple of days with a defendant being convicted of assault at #SHREWSBURY Crown Court and the #CPS authorising 8 charges for a child sex abuse case dealt with by the department.

[PVP Shropshire @PVPShropshire]

White Ribbon Day is held annually on 25th November to raise awareness of family violence. The wearing of the white ribbon stands for never taking part in, condoning or staying silent about violence against women.

[West Mercia Police @WMerciaPolice]

COURT UPDATE | A man has been sentenced to eight years after he was found guilty of rape, arson and assault.

Parminder Sund, 39, previously from Shifnal, was found guilty on Friday 20 November after a five day trial at Shrewsbury Crown Court.

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https://t.co/s2UcJoXeGo

[Shropshire Star @ShropshireStar]

Parminder Sund, 39, has been given an eight-year jail sentence after a jury found him guilty of rape, assault and arson. https://t.co/C77VTXDU9e

[SafeLives @safelives_]

80% of domestic abuse victims don’t tell the police. Ensuring victims can access specialist services through health services can save lives. Please take our quick survey to let us know your story if you've tried to get help from the NHS https://t.co/m8E4dltCCi

[PVP Shropshire @PVPShropshire]

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[Shropshire Star @ShropshireStar]

David Boulton was charged with 21 offences including rape of a child under 13.
https://t.co/JoD6k6xkti

[PVP Shropshire @PVPShropshire]

Attended #Shrewsbury crown court today for sentencing in relation to an investigation dealt with by PVP Detectives. The defendant, who had been charged with a number of child sex offences received a sentence of 20 years.

[West Mercia PolFed @WestMercPolFed]

🚨 FEATURE: PC Rachel Alcock’s day at work ended in hospital.
The West Mercia officer had an x-ray on an eye and cheekbone that were swollen after she had been repeatedly punched in the face.
Thankfully, there were no broken bones.
Not this time anyway.
https://t.co/mw5uXRFCgr

[Royston Martis @RoamingRoyston]

Priti Patel in @HouseofCommons on Reading attack: "A young, unarmed police officer took down the suspect without hesitation while another performed emergency first aid to those who were injured. These officers are heroes. They showed courage, bravery and selflessness."

[PVP Shropshire @PVPShropshire]

Detectives dealing with high risk domestic abuse case have worked through the night in order to secure 6 charges for the perpetrator and he will be remanded for court. Great commitment and teamwork shown in order to get the result. #domesticabuse #Shrewsbury @SuptMoLansdale

[OPU Shropshire @OPUShropshire]

Please don't tell your #children things like:

🚫 "If you're naughty the #Police will take you away"

🚫 "Here's the Police they're coming to get you"

If they get lost or are in danger we want them to come to us, not shy away! We are here to #help, #protect and #safeguard them!

[West Mercia Police @WMerciaPolice]

#CountyLines drug gangs are exploiting young and vulnerable people in our communities, even during lockdown. Know the signs. https://t.co/bbRHGfYVgj #HelpUsHelpYou

[West Mercia Police @WMerciaPolice]

Has one of your friends suddenly started receiving expensive gifts? Do they talk about hanging around with older people? They could be being exploited by #CountyLines drug gangs. If you’re concerned you can contact @FearlessORG https://t.co/g3JAKJOXCJ #HelpUsHelpYou

[West Mercia Police @WMerciaPolice]

#YouAreNotAlone we are here for you. If you or someone you know is at risk or experiencing #DomesticAbuse help & support is available to you. Refuges are also open.

Dial 999 in an emergency but if you don’t want to or can’t speak press 55.

#NoExcuseForDomesticAbuse

[PVP Shropshire @PVPShropshire]

20+ hr shift for some of the team yesterday that resulted in the offender in a high risk domestic abuse case being charged with GBH during the early hrs of this morning. He has now been remanded into custody. #shropshire #saferhomes #commitment @SuptMoLansdale

[PVP Shropshire @PVPShropshire]

Very busy week for the team with long days resulting in some great work and a number of charges authorised. Proud of the commitment and attitude shown to protect the vulnerable in our community. #saferhomes @SuptMoLansdale

[RAINN @RAINN]

Because of the coronavirus, survivors of sexual or domestic violence may be even more concerned about being in close quarters with their abusers. Here are a few possible strategies survivors may find helpful to consider in these circumstances: