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New training enables swift response to indecent exposure incident | Non-contact sexual offences

Following the tragic cases of Libby Squire, Sarah Everard and Zara Aleena, it became clear that the impact of non-contact sexual offences (NCSO) had been dangerously underestimated. What were once dismissed as "low-level" crimes are now understood to be serious sexual offences that cause significant harm to victims and often escalate to more severe offending. The College of Policing responded to the Angiolini Inquiry recommendations by developing comprehensive training that puts victims first and focuses on understanding suspects, in order to prevent further harm. The transformative effect of this training is demonstrated by Detective Constable Paul Slinger and Detective Sergeant Katie Brew from Lancashire Police's Serious and Complex Crime Team. When a child witnessed a man exposing himself in a local park, officers took swift action to identify and secure a conviction against the offender. The successful outcome was supported by NCSO training, which enhanced officers' understanding of victim impact and strengthened their investigative approach. Lancashire Police's case shows the training working exactly as intended - putting victims first, understanding suspects, and considering the wider context to prevent further harm. This tangible evidence of success reinforces why every officer completing this training becomes better equipped to deliver justice for victims and protect their communities from serious crime, increasing public trust and confidence.