North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Andy Dunbobbin, has expressed his delight in continuing support for the Victim Help Centre in St Asaph.

During a visit to the centre alongside his deputy, Wayne Jones, he learned about the importance of the centre's work and its impact on victims of crime.

The centre, run by the independent charity Victim Support, offers a range of services to individuals impacted by crime, whether they choose to report these incidents to the police or not.

The Victim Help Centre reaches out to people post-referral to understand their experiences and provide support through multiple channels.

The centre provides help over the phone, virtually or in-person.

Funded by the office of the PCC, the Victim Help Centre aligns with the PCC's aim of making North Wales safer for its residents.

The Victim Help Centre has specialist caseworkers who cover various types of issues, ranging from domestic abuse and fraud to mental health and wellbeing.

The centre also has a children and young person’s caseworker, the newest addition to their team.

Alongside these specialists, a team of trained staff and volunteers offer support to victims of all types of crime, be it burglary or assault.

Mr Dunbobbin, PCC for North Wales, said: "I was delighted to visit the Victim Help Centre in St Asaph and I am pleased that my office has been able to once again help fund its valuable work on behalf of victims in North Wales.

"While my role as PCC is to act as the voice of the people in policing, the Victim Help Centre is another example of the work my team and I also do in funding services that offer advice and assistance for people across North Wales."

Jessica Rees, area manager for Wales at Victim Support, echoed Mr Dunbobbin's sentiments.

She said: "We are thrilled that we have been commissioned to continue delivering much needed support for victims of crime in North Wales.

"Our specialist service will see caseworkers who understand the local area tailoring support to people’s individual needs."

She also added: "We look forward to working with the Police and Crime Commissioner to deliver the best possible support to victims."

The Victim Help Centre, with its services, has helped approximately 6,500 victims annually since it opened in 2015.

For more information about the centre visit North Wales - Victim Support.