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Cumbria saw rising rape reports but a falling prosecution rate, prompting calls for major investigation reforms.
Cumbria reported a 4.8% rise in recorded rape cases from April to December 2025, totaling 395 incidents, but the prosecution rate dropped to 7.7%, down 3.3 percentage points from the previous year.
Officials, including Police and Crime Commissioner Dave Allen and Chief Constable Martland, expressed concern over the declining outcomes despite increased reporting.
The force has introduced dedicated officers, improved evidence collection, and strengthened collaboration with the Crown Prosecution Service, but leaders acknowledge the need to fundamentally rethink investigation methods and boost investigative capacity to improve justice outcomes and rebuild victim trust, particularly in historic sexual offence cases.
Cumbria vio un aumento en las denuncias de violación, pero una caída en la tasa de enjuiciamiento, lo que provocó llamados a reformas importantes en las investigaciones.