Gardaí Launch 24 Hour Child Sexual Abuse Helpline

The Gardaí have today launched a new 24 hour helpline for victims of child sexual abuse. The freephone number, which is set to be manned 365 days a year, aims to provide callers with a place to report crimes of this nature. The confidential line can be reached at 1850 555 222. In conjunction with the launch, the Gardaí have also released a guide on the options available to people wishing to report child sexual abuse and sexual crime which can be viewed here. READ NEXT: Motorist Dies In 'Freak' Weather Conditions On M7