August 14, 2016

 

A new team of specialist police officers is being set up to investigate online hate crimes, including abuse on Twitter and Facebook.

The London-based hub will include a team of five officers who will support victims and identify online abuse.

The two-year pilot will cost £1.7m and has received £452,000 from the Home Office, the London Mayor’s office said.

A spokesman said there was “no place for hate” in London and there would be a “zero tolerance” of online abuse.

The team, which will be set up in the coming months, will identify the location of crimes and allocate them to the appropriate force. They will work with a team of volunteers.

 

Full article: http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-37076995