The criminal justice system in Northern Ireland is at breaking point, the victims of crime commissioner (CVOCNI) tells BBCSpotlightNI.
The victims of crime commissioner designate Geraldine Hanna said she has spoken to victims who would not report a crime again after their experience in the justice systemThe criminal justice system in Northern Ireland is at breaking point, a leading voice for victims has warned.
Victims in serious criminal cases - including murder - have told BBC News NI's Spotlight programme that delays have put their lives on hold and traumatised them further. "For me, when the people who are going through it are coming away saying they wouldn't report it again and when we see an increase in that, that for me is a sign that the system is not fit for purpose," she added.
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