Welcome to the Essex Victim Gateway, where you can find information and advice on what to do and how to get help if you have been a victim of crime in Essex, Southend or Thurrock.
Cyber crime
Cyber crime, or digital crime, is any criminal act facilitated by computers, including mobile devices, and IT networks. Additionally, cyber crime also includes traditional crimes, such as sta
Domestic Abuse
The words 'domestic abuse' and ‘domestic violence’ are used to describe a pattern of behaviour that is characterised by the misuse of power and control by one person over anothe
Hate crime
A hate crime is an offence committed against someone because of their disability, gender-identity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation
Victims' entitlements
Here you will find information about your entitlements as a victim of crime in Essex. Where you have reported your crime to the police, you will find out what you can expect from the criminal