30/09/2013
Mary Rhodes investigates the number of serious crimes - including sex offences - that never reach court. We reveal why thousands of people are being cautioned by the police instead of going through the justice system.
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Sex offence cautions
At least 1,570 people were cautioned for sex offences across England in the past year, the 大象传媒 has learned. Police can use cautions instead of court action if people admit offences.
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Lina Barnes (pictured above) was sexually abused when she was nine but her abuser received a police caution.
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on the 大象传媒 News website.听
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Gambling addiction
A gambling addict who lost a month's salary in a few hours on betting machines at the height of his addiction says stricter laws must be brought in.
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Roger Radler, from High Wycombe, says听Fixed-Odds Betting Terminals are as addictive as "crack cocaine".
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on the 大象传媒 News website.听
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Mary Rhodes |
| Series Editor | Rachel Bowering |
Broadcast
- Mon 30 Sep 2013 19:30大象传媒 One West Midlands