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06/08/2018
Increase In Number Of Rape Offences In NI
The number of rape offences in Northern Ireland has risen by almost 10% in the last year, according to a police report.
Over the last 12 months reported incidents increased by 71 cases.
Nexus Chief Executive Officer Cara Cash said: "We still firmly believe that there is still under-reporting of these crimes so while the increase is welcomed, there are still many victims who do not yet feel they can come forward, many who may be blaming themselves or unsure as to what might happen.
"This is not good enough.
"The reality here is that sexual violence is never the victim's fault and we hope in some way that our own campaign 'break the silence' is helping victims and survivors understand that."
Overall, the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) recorded 98,873 offences of all types, an increase of 1,035 (1%) when compared with the previous 12 months.
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Over the last 12 months reported incidents increased by 71 cases.
Nexus Chief Executive Officer Cara Cash said: "We still firmly believe that there is still under-reporting of these crimes so while the increase is welcomed, there are still many victims who do not yet feel they can come forward, many who may be blaming themselves or unsure as to what might happen.
"This is not good enough.
"The reality here is that sexual violence is never the victim's fault and we hope in some way that our own campaign 'break the silence' is helping victims and survivors understand that."
Overall, the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) recorded 98,873 offences of all types, an increase of 1,035 (1%) when compared with the previous 12 months.
(CD)
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