Police make 18 arrests in crackdown on domestic abuse in Sheffield

They were arrested in a day of action last Thursday, when suspects were targeted and victims were offered support.

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Individuals subject to Domestic Violence Protection Orders were also visited to ensure they are abiding by strict conditions imposed to protect victims.

Officers arrested 18 suspects altogether, including men, women and a 16-year-old boy.

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They were held on suspicion of a range of offences including stalking, threats to kill, assault and criminal damage.

In one of the raids, on the Manor estate, officers recovered a quantity of cannabis and in another in Heeley a cannabis set-up was found.

Inspector Alison Bywater, who led the operation for South Yorkshire Police, said: “In addition to the many arrests made for a number of very serious offences, we carried out visits on individuals subject to Domestic Violence Protection Orders to ensure they were abiding by the conditions.

“We also spoke with a number of vulnerable victims, to check whether they required any additional support and to make any necessary referrals to partner agencies.

“Domestic abuse can take many forms and deeply affects victims – we hope yesterday’s targeted action has demonstrated that we are committed to tackling this crime.

“This was not a one-off, our work to support victims of domestic abuse and to target offenders happens every day and will continue.”

To report domestic abuse or concerns call 101 or 999.

The National Domestic Abuse Helpline can also be contacted on 0808 2000 247.