Sexual assault and rape are sensitive and difficult crimes to report,
sometimes men can find it particullarly difficult.
There remains a reluctance for victims of homophobic crime
to report it, the reasons for not doing so are wide and
varied, but it is worth noting that 3 out of 4 victims who
had reported crimes to the police would report a homophobic
incident again.
Homophobic crime can be reported though the usual crime
reporting channels. However, victims may prefer to get in touch
directly with their local Community Safety Unit.
In London the Metropolitan Police have a
specail unit called Sapphire, equipped with
dedicated officers who are specially trained to deal
with cases of rape and sexual assault.
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