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"A scheme to cut re-offending by prolific criminals has registered an 80 per cent cut in crime in its first year. Yarmouth Prolific and other Priority Offender scheme manager Det Sgt Chris Harvey said: ?In the 12 months since the scheme started there has been an 80.5pc reduction in actual crime by those offenders involved in the scheme. "These figures mean that 386 members of the public have not become victims of crime as a result of prolific offenders being adopted by our team." The scheme targets the key individuals who are causing the most harm in the local community, as identified by officers.
Resources are prioritised on these convicts by police and partner agencies - and those caught reoffending go back to the courts.
But offenders are also given a carrot: if they stay away from crime, they are given support from a dedicated team of helpers and priority access to services, including education and housing." [Snippet]
