Police face super-complaint in England and Wales over lengthy delays in sexual offence investigations
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A super-complaint has been filed against police forces in England and Wales regarding excessive delays in sexual offence investigations. Campaigners report over 37,000 cases have taken longer than three years to conclude in the past decade, with a significant increase in such delays over the last 10 years. The complaint, submitted by organizations including Cambridge Rape Crisis Centre and Rape Crisis England & Wales, cites routine de-prioritization, poor collaboration with the Crown Prosecution Service, and resource issues as contributing factors. These organizations argue that the delays are inhumane, untenable for survivors, and may breach the UK’s obligations under the European Convention on Human Rights. The complaint highlights the emotional toll on survivors, with many expressing reluctance to report future offenses due to the lengthy investigation processes.
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