Police attempted to make 108 domestic abuse arrests in one day, succeeded with 49, following which five people have been charged across the Thames Valley.
This followed a ‘day of action’ domestic abuse operation across Bucks, Berks and Oxon this summer.
A spokesperson for Thames Valley Police stated that it anticipates more people being charged as probes move forward.
The force said that its focus had been on arresting ‘high-risk’ suspects.
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It stated: “This resulted in five suspects being charged and remanded, 34 released on police bail with strict conditions while investigations continue, five conditional cautions, and five released with no further action.
Officers on an arrest attempt in Oxfordshire as part of the day of action (Image: TVP)
“It is anticipated that we will obtain further charges as these investigations progress.”
The operation was part of a ‘day of action’ whereby dedicated officers, detectives, police staff and others worked together to complete a variety of other activities relating to domestic abuse.
Five local command units had been focused on this issue since April.
The force stated: “In total, officers executed 108 arrest attempts and seven fail-to-appear warrants, leading to 49 people in our custody.
“Dedicated Custody sergeants, detectives, and others supported the officers to interview suspects and find the most appropriate outcome as seamlessly as possible.
“Specialist technicians downloaded 26 electronic devices seized from suspects, while the teams also progressed 18 domestic abuse-related cases and conducted 17 voluntary interviews.
“Furthermore, the teams completed 10 domestic violence prevention order checks, two Clare’s Law disclosures, two repeat victim engagements and two multi-agency tasking and coordination visits to manage high-risk domestic abuse perpetrators.”
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The teams also held three community stands in public areas to share advice and support relating to domestic abuse.
Assistant Chief Constable Olly Wright with an officer speaking to the public in Buckinghamshire (Image: TVP)
Assistant Chief Constable Olly Wright, who is responsible for crime and criminal justice, said: “We are proud of the work our teams have done to tackle domestic abuse with a variety of activities completed to fight crime and support victims.
“The days of action were delivered to enhance our work that goes on every day to tackle domestic abuse across the Thames Valley, recognising we see a rise in demand during the summer months. We continue to fight crime and support victims every day by bringing offenders to justice.”
“We want victims to know they’re not alone, we’re here to support them and will do everything we can to bring those responsible to justice.”
The force stated that it encourages anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse to please report it to the police.
It added that if you are in immediate danger, and are able to, to call 999.
If a person wants to report an incident that has already happened, call 101 or use the online reporting service on the TVP website.
There are also several charities and organisations who can offer victims support such as Victims First.
