Hertfordshire lead on neglected issue of gangs who target homeless

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Hertfordshire lead on 'neglected' issue of gangs who target homeless

Charities have warned homeless people are at risk from gang violence and slavery.

Date - 12th December 2019
By - Chris Smith

Homeless charities are warning police forces and other agencies have not adapted to crimes such as slavery and gang violence targeted against homeless people. According to a House of Commons briefing published in April, rough sleepers are 17 times...

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