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Crime
Kolkata Police Commit to Safeguard Crime Victims, Families and Witnesses
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 10:01 AM
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The Kolkata police headquarters, Lalbazar, announced measures to protect victims, their families and witnesses in criminal cases.
The Lalbazar police headquarters in Kolkata issued a formal statement emphasizing the need to shield individuals directly affected by criminal incidents. Senior officials said that a dedicated protection framework will be extended to victims, their immediate families and any witnesses who come forward during investigations.
The police department outlined steps such as confidential handling of personal details, provision of safe houses, and rapid response teams to address any threats. Authorities also urged the public to cooperate with law enforcement, assuring that safety concerns will be addressed promptly.
These measures are part of an ongoing effort to strengthen the criminal justice process in West Bengal, aiming to encourage more reporting of crimes and to ensure that those who assist investigations are not exposed to intimidation or harm.
The police department outlined steps such as confidential handling of personal details, provision of safe houses, and rapid response teams to address any threats. Authorities also urged the public to cooperate with law enforcement, assuring that safety concerns will be addressed promptly.
These measures are part of an ongoing effort to strengthen the criminal justice process in West Bengal, aiming to encourage more reporting of crimes and to ensure that those who assist investigations are not exposed to intimidation or harm.