For the police service to be truly effective and provide an appropriate level of service to the victims of hate crime / hate incidents, it is important that the community has the confidence to report hate crime.
A hate incident is defined as:
'Any incident, which may or may not constitute a criminal offence, which is perceived by the victim or any other person, as being motivated by prejudice or hate based on age, disability, gender, homophobia, racism, religion, transphobia'.
You can report non-emergency incidents to Hampshire Constabulary on 101. In the case of an emergency, or where an incident is in progress, always dial 999.
Online reporting
You can also report Hate Crime online through the True Vision website which all police forces in England, Northern Ireland and Wales are signed up to. True Vision provides information for victims and the public about what hate crime is, why it is important to report it when it happens, and sets out the range of ways hate crimes can be reported, including via a new online reporting form. The site also provides links to organisations that can offer support and advice on hate crime related issues.
Access the True Vision website at www.report-it.org.uk
For more information on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender (LGBT) issues please see the link below:
Policing with the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Communities
