Specialist Crime

Child Abuse Investigation Command

There are 18 Child Abuse Investigation Teams covering the 32 London boroughs. The teams investigate allegations of abuse against children, under 18 years of age, involving family members, carers or people in a position of trust. This includes allegations of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse and neglect.
The Major Investigation Team investigate child homicides and suspicious child deaths.
The Serious Case Team investigate complex child abuse cases.
The Paedophile Unit specialises in combating the activities of those who manufacture and distribute indecent images of children. They also tackle child abuse on the internet by targeting the activities of paedophiles online. This includes dealing with the grooming of potential victims.
The Paladin Team safeguard children entering and leaving the country at all London ports including railway stations and airports. In particular, the team investigate child trafficking.

All allegations of abuse against children must be reported

For an immediate response call 999

For non-emergencies call 101

Alternatively, you can attend your local police station