COMMUNITIES have been urged to speak up on serious and organised crime in their area as part of a new campaign.
Crimestoppers has launched a new initiative across Argyll and Bute that will enable information to be given anonymously and encourage people to spot the signs.
Rural communities in the region will be equipped with posters and postcards, coupled with community outreach events.
Angela Parker, national manager for Crimestoppers in Scotland, said: “Our charity believes you have the right to feel safe wherever you live.
“Last year, we heard from over 18,000 people across Scotland and their information helped to make our communities safer places to live.
“We want to ensure that people living, working or visiting Argyll and Bute know they can trust us with any crime information.
“We understand that it can be difficult, especially when talking about crime that may be close to home. When you contact our charity, we won’t judge or ask any personal details. All we want to know is what you know. You’ll remain 100 per cent anonymous."
Commander chief superintendent Gary I’Anson added: “I understand the concerns that some members of our local communities may have about informing the police of criminal activity in their areas.
“The independent charity Crimestoppers are very experienced at allowing communities to voice their concerns without the fear of anyone ever knowing where the information came from.
"I recognise that policing can only be done with the support of our communities, please let us know about any criminal activity and leave the rest to us to resolve, help make our communities safer and together we can make a difference.”
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