We need a united voice on definition and process for assaults

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We need a 'united voice' on definition and process for assaults

Lincolnshire's Operation Hampshire lead, Sergeant Lee Johnson spoke with Police Oracle about data he has collated on assaults and emerging trends as Operation Hampshire gets underway.

Date - 15th June 2023
By - Cachella Smith

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There is a continued disparity in what officers class as an assault and when they believe they should report one, Lincolnshire’s Operation Hampshire lead has said. The end goal “has to be” a united definition, method of recording...

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