Under Reported Crime

Question 1

Examples of ‘seen’ crimes

Answer 1

• homelessness
• homicide
• verbal abuse
• assault
• knife crime

Question 2

Examples of ‘hidden’ crimes

Answer 2

• fraud
• blackmail
• grooming
• child abuse
• harassment

Question 3

Why are crimes not reported?

Answer 3

• fear
• shame
• disinterest
• not affected
• lack of knowledge
• culture

Question 4

What are the effects on society of not reporting crime?

Answer 4

• increased crime rates
• community fear
• stigmatisation
• lack of awareness
• impeded social change
• missed support opportunities