Police encourage victims of revenge pornography to report

National Policing Lead for Harassment and Stalking, Assistant Chief Constable Garry Shewan said:

“While an incident of revenge pornography is not currently a crime in itself, it could form part of a campaign of stalking or blackmail, or potentially break laws under the Harassment Act or the Obscene Publications Act. Police will deal sympathetically with anybody reporting such an incident and assess each case to see what they can do to help.”

“Where no offence has been committed the police can still offer advice, including how victims might seek a civil remedy for defamation. I would encourage anyone who has been subject to revenge pornography and is worried or afraid by what has been done to contact either the police or a relevant victims group, such as the National Stalking Helpline.”

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