Counter Terrorism Policing North East are warning the public of potential dangers on the internet
. The site has advice and guidance on what signs to look out for and where to go for help if they think someone is at risk of being drawn into violent extremism or terrorism. Those with immediate concerns are asked to contact police on 101, where they can access discreet and tailored support from a trained professional.
Detective Superintendent Matthew Davison the Regional Prevent Coordinator at Counter Terrorism Policing North East, said: ‘The closure of schools, colleges and universities, in addition to the loss of sports clubs and youth centres, means that many young people have lost valuable support from friends, teachers and mentors, at a time when they need it most.
‘It is a time of great uncertainty for all of us and as the virus reduces our interaction with the outside world it is not surprising we are turning to the online space to explore our concerns and connect with others.’He continued: ‘We know that extremist groups across different ideologies are active in the same space and are looking to capitalise on the uncertainty created by the pandemic to promote disinformation, fear and hate.
Police have seen a significant decline in the number of referrals to the Prevent programme since the lockdown and say they are concerned that vulnerable people may slip through the cracks because there are fewer people to spot the early signs of radicalisation, or because people don’t know how to access the support that they need.
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