Terrorism
Everyone can help to keep Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland safe and prevent terrorism by reporting anything suspicious that might potentially put the public in danger.
We need your help to stop terrorists being able to plan, prepare and carry out attacks, groom or recruit people or encourage others to carry out attacks. You may have seen or heard something that could be a vital piece of information that will help to stop a terrorist attack.
Prevent Strategy
How you could be affected
Terrorist attacks have a devastating impact that could cause:
- physical harm / loss of life
- psychological trauma / social instability
- property damage / economic disruption
- increased security measures affecting daily life
What you should do
While the chances of being caught up in a terrorist incident remain rare, it is important to be prepared and know how to protect yourself if the need arises.
- Be alert - if you see something that doesn't look or feel right, you should report it:
- Report an emergency – dial 999
- Report a non-emergency – call Leicestershire Police on 101
- Contact the anti-terrorist hotline – call 0800 789 321 or visit Action Counters Terrorism
- Contact Crimestoppers – call 0800 555 111
- Access training - the Home Office provides e-learning on how to support people susceptible to radicalisation
If you witness a terrorist attack, it is important to stay safe.
- Run to a place of safety – this is a better option than to surrender or negotiate
- Hide – turn your phone to silent and turn off vibration, barricade yourself if you can
- Tell the police – call 999 when it is safe to do so
- Describe what you have witnessed – provide any information that you have regarding the incident to the police
- Seek assistance – visit Victims of Terrorism for help and support
Further advice and information
Leicestershire Police - staying safe from terrorism
ProtectUK - security advice and guidance
ProtectUK e-learning - free online courses on counter terrorism and security
ACT Early - prevent radicalisation and extremism
Counter Terrorism Policing - safety advice for individuals, communities and businesses
MI5 Security Service - terrorism threat levels
CitizenAID - educational materials to stay safe and give effective treatment before emergency services arrive
Violence Reduction Network - statistics for our region