2006-11-16 23:04:53 · 9 answers · asked by skye05 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I saw a parent hit their child in the jaw outside on the street, then pull her roughly inside. I was on my way home from the pub - I had been drinking. The next day the parent came to my house to say that it wasn't as bad as it looked. Two days after the same child asked me to drive her to hospital, it transpired she broke her rib - not sure when. I didn't ask anything because I'm wary of putting words into her mouth/mind. Then she said she didn't know how she hurt her rib and insisted her mom wasn't there but I saw her mum in the house as we left.
2006-11-18 20:33:30 · update #1
Any child at risk should be protected at all costs. Talking to your GP would be a start.
2006-11-16 23:14:42 · answer #1 · answered by ANON 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wish you had told us more about how that child is at risk (is it being neglected or beaten?) and why you think by helping you would risk your family's welfare. Is the father of that child your boss? or an in-law?
According to the way of risk and the age of the child you may tell the police or the school about your suspicions. They are both bound to keep secrecy about where they've got their informations from.
Sorry, Katie, but unsigned letters have the tendency to be thrown into the wastepaper bin without any result.
2006-11-16 23:49:37 · answer #2 · answered by corleone 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get in touch with NSPCC and tell them. They will be confidential but also have the responsibility to report it to social services, so you know that they will help. How ever if you are a witness to the fact you have to be prepared to stand up for what's right. If your evidence is hear say then your worries will be noted. Anyway talk to NSPCC and they will advice you. Remember the child's welfare is paramount.xx
2006-11-16 23:16:41 · answer #3 · answered by : 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think everyone would like to know the best answer to that, you need proper evidence of "at risk" for a start or you may seem like a busybody. The NSPCC in the Uk have an anonymous helpline which might help 0808 800 5000
2006-11-16 23:14:38 · answer #4 · answered by Nobody200 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You don't give much info but the best way to report a suspected child abuse claim in UK is to speak to social services (Safeguarding Unit, used to be called child protection unit) or the police. You can do this anonymously or if you are really concerned no one finds out it was you you can contact Crimestoppers.
Unless the child is in immediate physical danger don't expect any immediate action. It takes time to build cases and gather evidence.
2006-11-17 06:07:01 · answer #5 · answered by Ah! 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make a report to a school counselor or Child Protective Services. They will investigate the situation without divulging the source of the complaint.
2006-11-16 23:13:24 · answer #6 · answered by gseeband 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Should call the police and dcys. We must help those children at all cost, sometimes some thing are more important then are peace of mind and safety or just as equal. we have 2 help the innocent. We have 2 help those kids. WE MUST.
2006-11-16 23:22:12 · answer #7 · answered by silkieladyinthecity 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
God that's a tricky one, i don't envy you having to make that decision. Never be traceable is the best advice i can give. People will always point fingers but without proof, it dies down before it gets too heated. Post an unsigned letter maybe?
2006-11-16 23:16:27 · answer #8 · answered by katie 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
ring the nspcc theyll be able to advise...........make sure you ring someone though if your worried
2006-11-16 23:15:34 · answer #9 · answered by Nellynoo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋