FREE DOOR SYSTEMS AIM TO PROVIDE REASSURANCE FOR FAMILIES

VICTIMS of domestic stalking and harassment are set to receive free video doorbells to boost their safety, deter offending and secure evidence if needed.

- By NICOLE GOODWIN

Free video doorbells will be provided to high or medium risk victims of domestic stalking and harassment living in County Durham and Darlington, as part of a £10,000 scheme funded by Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Joy Allen. The announcement comes as the nation marks National Stalking Awareness Week, which runs from April 21-27.

One victim of stalking who has already received a video doorbell said: "After experiencing the most unimaginable trauma due to domestic abuse, having a Ring doorbell granted to our family has given my children and I a huge sense of protection and comfort - both when we're at home and also when we're away.

"It’s a massive reassurance knowing that the property is protected which makes us feel much safer. The camera is really helping us to rebuild our life."