Despite around 560 reported cases a month the crime is believed to be ‘habitually underreported’, James Cleverly said.
The Home Secretary has vowed to crack down on spiking as he said perpetrators will be “held to account” by changes in the law.
Spiking is already illegal and happens when someone puts alcohol or drugs into another person’s drink or body without their knowledge or consent. “We know that we have to protect women and girls who are predominantly the victims of this crime type, which is why we’re taking this so seriously.” Home Secretary James Cleverly meets a sniffer dog during a visit to Sussex Police Headquarters in Lewes
The NPCC said all forces in England and Wales have taken part in the week of action, with some forces including Leicestershire Police, Humberside Police and West Mercia Police receiving a further cash boost for action such as increased street patrols. “We’re reminding people of the importance of this and actually, if you’re intent on committing this crime, we’re going to bring you to justice through an investigation.
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