Welcome to the Devon and Cornwall Police website for professionals working with children and young people. On these pages you can find guidance and information across a range of themes and issues they may be facing.
We also have links to a range of resources for use in the classroom and beyond as well and links to third-party support and information. Click on ‘News and information’ for the latest from the world of Children and Young People.
Latest News
05/09/2025: ‘I feared I’d find her dead in bed’ – teens harmed by spice-laced vapes
Children as young as 13 are using Snapchat to buy vape liquid – unaware dealers have laced it with the dangerous synthetic drug spice, a BBC investigation has found.
03/09/2025: Government must tackle sexual abuse and exploitation of girls
In an urgent letter to the Home Secretary, 10 leading children’s rights groups warn children ‘bear the brunt’ of sexual abuse both on and offline.
03/09/2025: Brianna Ghey’s mother calls for school smartphone ban
In February 2023, Brianna, 16, was stabbed to death by two 15-year-olds after being lured to a park in Warrington. In the lead-up to the attack, her killers had spent time on the dark web. At the same time, Brianna was also trapped online, struggling with a phone addiction.
02/09/2025: More mothers killed by sons than by strangers
More women were killed by their son than by a stranger, according to new figures from a campaign group looking at violence against women.
