30/09/2013
Mary Rhodes investigates the number of serious crimes - including sex offences - that never reach court. We reveal why thousands of people are being cautioned by the police instead of going through the justice system.
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Sex offence cautions
At least 1,570 people were cautioned for sex offences across England in the past year, the BBC has learned. Police can use cautions instead of court action if people admit offences.
Lina Barnes (pictured above) was sexually abused when she was nine but her abuser received a police caution.
Read the full story and watch the video on the BBC News website.
Gambling addiction
A gambling addict who lost a month's salary in a few hours on betting machines at the height of his addiction says stricter laws must be brought in.
Roger Radler, from High Wycombe, says Fixed-Odds Betting Terminals are as addictive as "crack cocaine".
Read the full story and watch the video feature on the BBC News website.
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Mary Rhodes |
| Series Editor | Rachel Bowering |
Broadcast
- Mon 30 Sep 201319:30BBC One West Midlands
