Victim Support

Access information about victim support services, counselling, compensation schemes, and practical help available when you've been affected by criminal activity.

Getting Involved as a Witness to a Crime

What to expect and how to get support if you witness a crime and have to give evidence in court.

Getting Involved as a Witness to a Murder

What happens when you witness a murder and how support services help you through the legal process.

Should I Report a Crime?

While you're not legally required to report a crime, your witness account could be crucial to getting justice for victims and stopping offenders.

Witness Support Groups - Talk in Confidence

Get support as a witness through free confidential help from organisations like Victim Support throughout the criminal justice process.

Witnessing a Crime

If you witness a crime, the police will take your statement and it may be used as evidence in court.