Cambridgeshire Police to Trial Interviewing Victims Over Skype

Crime victims in Cambridgeshire are being asked to speak to police over Skype instead of being interviewed at home.

A new trial launched by Cambridgeshire Police has introduced the option of speaking to police over Skype in an attempt to free-up time for neighbourhood patrols and offer more flexibility for victims. However, the move has been criticised by some who claim it's money-saving measure.

A spokesperson for the Home Office said:

"We support attempts to give victims of crime greater choice in how they report crime and engage with the police and the police must embrace new technology as forces deliver the next phase of police reform.

"Cambridgeshire Police has been clear that the pilot is not for reporting emergencies and officers will still carry out home visits where necessary. People should always call 999 if a crime is in progress or when violence is being used or threatened."

Superintendent Melanie Dales, area commander for Peterborough, said services like Skype help people who lead busy lives and brings police more in line with other services, such as those offered at doctors' surgeries.

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