December 8, 2023 7.30 pm This story is over 6 months old

Boultham residents’ reluctance to report crime sparks concerns over police understaffing

Cllr Kevin Clarke insists official crime statistics don’t tell the whole story
Lincolnshire County Councillor Kevin Clarke | Photo: James Turner
By Local Democracy Reporter

Lincoln residents in the Boultham area have become increasingly hesitant to report crime, citing concerns that the shortage in police staffing will lead to a lack of response.

Lincolnshire County Councillor Kevin Clarke (Labour) reports being contacted by multiple residents in the last few months who have suffered break-ins at their homes or gardens. Despite these incidents, they claim to have received minimal support from Lincolnshire Police.

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