2021-2022 sees 39 reported needle spiking cases in Cumbria, with police combating spiking via kits and awareness campaigns.
Since 2021, Cumbria has seen 39 reported cases of needle spiking, though no charges have been filed due to challenges in proving these incidents. The police label spiking as a serious crime, often targeting women, and are taking steps to combat it through anti-spiking kits and awareness campaigns with the University of Cumbria. Victims are urged to report incidents promptly to aid investigations and receive support.
October 21, 2024
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