I am being threatened: what can I do?
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Call 112 in an emergency. Contact police even if criminality is uncertain; threats cannot use the standard online reporting form.
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1. Get to safety
Call 112 in immediate danger. Move to safety if possible and do not wait for a complete file. Without urgency call 0900-8844. Do not seek out the other person for evidence or a confession.
2. Describe context
Record exact words, actions, circumstances and why you feel threatened. Not every intimidating statement is criminal; context and type of threat matter. You need not classify it legally yourself: police may advise even where a formal complaint is not possible.
3. Preserve evidence
Do not delete written or online threats. Keep original messages and screenshots with sender, date, time and context. Note witnesses, earlier incidents and physical, psychological or property harm. Distinguish observations from suspicions and gather evidence only safely.
4. Arrange an appointment
Call 0900-8844 for a station appointment: police say threats cannot be reported online. Without phone credit, use the callback contact form on the official threats page. A callback request is not an emergency call or formal report. Ask what documents to bring.
5. Check your statement
Bring identification and evidence, request explanation or an interpreter if needed and check the recorded statement. Have errors corrected and request a copy or confirmation with a number. Police assess possible steps; the prosecutor decides on prosecution.
6. Track new incidents
Discuss safety and how to supply new facts. Police may consider speaking to the threatening person or investigating; neither is guaranteed. For repeated unwanted contact also discuss stalking and keep a log. New emergency:112; an earlier report is not remote protection.
Can I report threats online?
No. Police require personal contact and an appointment through 0900-8844. In an emergency call 112. Preserve threatening messages for the meeting.
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