Sussex Police has expressed its support for the National Police Chiefs’ Council’s call for a comprehensive response to combatting violence against women and girls.
They say protecting women and girls is a top priority for Sussex Police, and they are committed to working with partners to address the underlying causes, prevent criminal behaviour, and hold perpetrators accountable.
Detective Chief Superintendent Richard McDonagh, Sussex Police’s Head of Public Protection, said: “Violence against women and girls is a complex issue that demands a joined-up approach from different agencies to make sure we are addressing the underlying problems.
“We understand the devastating impact of VAWG on victims and our communities, given greater emphasis by the NPCC’s latest statistics.
"I want women and girls to feel safe in Sussex, in public and in private, and we will continue to do all we can – alongside our partners - to protect them.”
If you are a victim of crime, please report to police online, via 101 or by dialling 999 in an emergency.
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