Useful Links

Victim of crime?

To contact the Northumbria Police Victim Care Bureau:

Telephone: 03456 043 043 Ext. 68573

Email: Victim Care Bureau


Victim Support© Northumbria Police

In all cases reported, we will ask if you would like to be referred to Victim Support. Victim Support is an independent national charity for victims and witnesses of crime in England and Wales. They offer free and confidential help to victims of crime, their family, friends and anyone else affected, including:

  • Someone to talk to in confidence
  • Advice on victim’s rights
  • Information on police and court procedures
  • Advice about compensation and insurance
  • Links to other sources of help and counselling.

Telephone: 08452 770 977

Visit the Victim Support Website

Visit the Victim Support North East Website


Criminal Justice System Online Criminal Justice System logo

The Criminal Justice System (CJS) is one of the major public services in the country. Across the CJS, agencies such as the police, the Crown Prosecution Service, the courts and the National Offender Management Service work together to deliver criminal justice.

Visit the Criminal Justice Website


Home Office - Crime & Victims Home Office logo

Home Office - Crime and Victims offers information on how the government are tackling it and how you can help prevent crime. We also provide information on the help and support we are offering victims of crime.

Visit the Home Office - Crime & Victims