Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 103232 total results. Showing results 35501 to 35520 «177217731774177517761777177817791780Next ›Last » Examining reasons for victim retraction in domestic violence and abuse: A qualitative analysis of police retraction statements in the United Kingdom Understanding the factors that influence domestic violence and abuse (DVA) victims to withdraw from the Criminal Justice System globally continues to be a key focus for professionals and academics working within this area. There is a dearth of extant literature examining the motivations behind victim withdrawal, particularly retraction occurring post provision of an initial statement. This paper examines the phenomenon of retraction, by thematically analysing N = 60 police retraction statements (PRS) collected by police officers in a large suburban police force in the North West of England. In examining these statements, insight can also be garnered from those victims still in an active relationship with their abusers. Findings highlight female victims’ motivations for retraction and are framed around victim problem solving including: a) accepting the relationship which resulted in a discordance in proceeding with the prosecution of the abuser b) rejecting the relationship thereby rendering the prosecution as redundant c) engaging in procedural problem solving where alternative measures such as civil actions were sought to substitute a CJS prosecution and d) the effect of children where motivations were split between retracting to return to the complete family unit including the victim as the mother and retracting due to recognising the importance of the father’s role without involvement from the mother. Notwithstanding limitations, this paper demonstrates that there is significant value in conducting an analysis of PRSs in furthering the understanding of why victims choose to retract at this point in their prosecution journey. The extracts from this dataset add insight and understanding into DVA female victim motivations to retract post-initial statement provision and highlight the differences within victim populations who retract their original statement. The Police Journal: Theory Practice and Principles 27/2/2023 Research article The Downstream Effects of Body-worn Cameras: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis By virtue of their ability to capture evidence of criminal behavior, body-worn cameras (BWCs) have been associated with enhanced investigations and prosecutions. To date, however, research on these outcomes has been inconsistent, and there has been no attempt to systematically review or synthesize the results of these studies. To address this gap, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 12 experimental and quasi-experimental studies examining the impact of BWCs on prosecutorial and court-related outcomes. In aggregate, we find no significant effects of BWCs across any reported outcome measure, however, we find that studies focused on domestic violence offenses are associated with significant and large treatment effects across most outcome measures. While these results show promise, extant domestic violence studies are generally quasi-experimental in nature, and thus the effect of crime type cannot currently be separated from that of research design. Policy implications and directions for future research are discussed. Justice Quarterly - Subscription at source 27/2/2023 Research article It’s not all about the stick – or the tech Against the backdrop of the public outcry over police criminality and misconduct, Psychologist Dr Heather Taylor argues that the key to reducing the risk of problematic workforce behaviours lies as much in the hands of thoughtful leadership and effective HR management as it does in a powerful culture of vetting checks and professional standards enforcement. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 27/2/2023 Analysis, Feature Ontario’s police watchdog investigates circumstances of a shooting in Guelph CANADA: Ontario's police watchdog is investigating the circumstances of a shooting in Guelph Sunday afternoon that sent a man to hospital. CBC News (Canada) 27/2/2023 News “Too many serious violent offenders are being released on bail” CANADA: As police chiefs with experience in many Canadian cities, we believe we need to address a serious problem: the release into our communities of too many people who have histories of repeated serious criminal violence. In recent weeks we have seen the horrific impact of that failure in our justice systems. Blue Line (Canada) 27/2/2023 Feature, Opinion What factors drive trust in police after civil wars: the case of Colombia We know that civil wars have negative and long-term consequences for public trust in state institutions. However, few studies have examined the post-peace challenges of rebuilding trust in state institutions. In this study, we utilise the case of Colombia to explore the impact of civil wars on the institutional trust of the police. We find that perspectives on abuse, punishment, and corruption are significant predictors of trust in the Colombian police. Further, we find that when we test all three phenomena together, perceptions of police abuse and experience with bribery are the key drivers of trust of police in Colombia. International Journal of Comparative and Applied Criminal Justice - Subscription at source 27/2/2023 Research article Fraud Prevention Month 2023: Fraud losses in Canada reach another historic level CANADA: In the past decade, technology has completely transformed the criminal landscape, making fraud easier to commit, more widespread, and more sophisticated than ever before. Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) 27/2/2023 News ‘Children as young as six are being groomed by drug dealers’ REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: Children as young as six are being used as “runners” for drug dealers, who “seek out” vulnerable kids and lure them in with 'gifts' such as top-end runners and 'free' drugs. Irish Examiner (Republic of Ireland) 27/2/2023 News Gun crime plummets in Republic in era after Kinahan-Hutch feud REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: Gun crime in the Republic has plummeted, despite the drug trade proving resilient through the pandemic years, with fewer than one person per month now being treated in hospitals for gun attack injuries compared to about 60 per year previously. The Irish Times (Republic of Ireland) 27/2/2023 News Tougher sentences for assaults on Gardaí proposed following spate of attacks REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: People who assault Gardaí and other members of the emergency services could be hit with tougher sentences as part of proposals set to be brought before the Government in the coming weeks. Irish Mirror (Republic of Ireland) 27/2/2023 News, Video Legal age of marriage rises to 18 to crack down on child forced marriages The legal age of marriage has been raised to 18 in England and Wales to better protect vulnerable children from the damaging impact of forced marriages. Police Professional 27/2/2023 News Comment: missing the point It is not unusual for police to release personal information during a missing persons inquiry. In fact, it can save lives says former Met officer Chris Hobbs. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 27/2/2023 Feature, Opinion Woman raped by David Carrick says Sarah Everard’s mum inspired her to come forward Met Police were forced to apologise after it emerged Carrick had already been reported a number of times. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 27/2/2023 News Police Scotland’s chief constable to retire The chief constable of Police Scotland has confirmed he will retire this summer. Police Scotland 27/2/2023 News Police reviewing ‘New IRA claim of responsibility’ for detective’s shooting Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell has been fighting for his life in hospital since the attack in Omagh. Express & Star 27/2/2023 News Police and first responders to get three-wheel electric motorcycles British automotive companies White Motorcycle Concepts and Mahle Powertrain are partnering to develop a fully electric three-wheeled motorcycle designed specifically for police and emergency first responders. The Driven 27/2/2023 News Police unveil campaign amid fears foreign powers are spying on Australian migrant communities AUSTRALIA: Migrant communities will receive advice on how to report threats of intimidation by foreign governments, following fears dissidents are increasingly being targetted by foreign agents in Australia. SBS News (Australia) 27/2/2023 News Police speak at public hearing into Queensland’s youth justice reform AUSTRALIA: Annastacia Palaszczuk’s plan to help stop violent youth crime will come under the spotlight this week, with police among many to have their say. News.com.au (Australia) 27/2/2023 News NT Police flags ‘consequences’ for Constable Zachary Rolfe after 2,500 word statement about Kumanjayi Walker investigation AUSTRALIA: Lawyers for the Northern Territory Police Force have told the coroner investigating the police shooting of Kumanjayi Walker, that Constable Zachary Rolfe will face "consequences" for penning a 2,500-word statement late last week. Barrister for the Police Force, Dr Ian Freckelton, told the inquest the officer's lawyers had been served a "notice" on his behalf in relation to the statement, which required Constable Rolfe to give a response to within seven days. He said some allegations made by Constable Rolfe were "nothing short of disgraceful and despicable". ABC News (Australia) 27/2/2023 News Victoria Police CALD Inclusion Action Plan 2023-2024 AUSTRALIA: The Victoria Police CALD Inclusion Action Plan 2023–2024 is part of the Victoria Police Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Framework 2023–2030 (Framework). Victoria Police (Australia) 27/2/2023 Report «177217731774177517761777177817791780Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
