Breaking the cycle of serious violence in Devon, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Our aim is to break the cycle of violence, recognising that violence is not inevitable.
With a focus on young people under 25 who are:
- On the edge of violence
- Exposed to violence in the home
- Exposed to violence in public spaces
- Exposed to violence associated with other forms of criminality
1,400
Young people have been supported
140
Parents and wider family engaged
32
Projects run -
all focused on violence prevention amongst under 25s
Breaking the Cycle
Violence blights our communities and damages lives – that’s why tackling violence is one of the four priorities in the Police & Crime Commissioner’s Police and Crime Plan. It’s also why Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly has a peninsula-wide Serious Violence Prevention Programme (SVPP) that aims to address the root causes of violence in the region.
Whilst Devon and Cornwall is one of the safest areas in the UK, levels of reported violence are on the up, mirroring national trends, and now exceed levels seen before the Covid pandemic.
Our Police & Crime
Plan Commitment
- Prepare the Serious Violence Prevention Programme to support local authorities and partners, so they can fulfil their forthcoming Serious Violence Duty - by sharing accountability, data and expertise.
- Break the cycle of inter-generational violence by focusing our efforts on public health prevention and early intervention, including building on innovative support programmes like Operation Encompass and Turning Corners.
What’s new?
Bringing violence prevention to life: Read all our latest features here
Victims: Seeking Support
Reporting Violence
In an emergency call 999 immediately.
What to do if you need urgent police help but cannot speak: Click here
If it’s not an emergency Webchat at
devon-cornwall.police.uk,
email: [email protected]. uk or call free on 101.
Or report anonymously to Crimestoppers – find them here: Independent UK charity taking crime information anonymously | Crimestoppers
If you’re a young person worried about crime, you can find out information , get support and report anonymously via Fearless.
Getting the help that you need
Contact the Victim Care Unit at victimcaredevonandcornwall.org.uk, live chat or phone 01392 475900
Contact Victim Support 24/7 victimsupport.org.uk/help-and-support/
freephone 08 08 16 89 111 or for Devon and Cornwall Victim Support phone 0300 303 0554
Our partners
You can read about our partners here.
