Hate crime hurts. It can be confusing and frightening. By reporting it, you may be able to prevent these crimes from happening to someone else. Reporting makes a difference... to you, your friends, and your life.

How can I report an incident?   
 
Hate crimes need to be reported to the police for offenders to be punished. 

Find out the different ways you can report a crime (Home Office website).

Or:

• In an emergency dial 999 
• ...or phone Derbyshire Police on 0845 123 33 33. There are specially trained police officers, who can speak to you in confidence.
• Self reporting - see the link in the menu on the left
• Contact Crimestoppers:  0800 555 111

What can I report?
 
Any incident where you or anyone else has been targeted because they or you are believed to be different in terms of:

• race  
• religion  
• sexuality  
• gender identity  
• disability