Police charge 26 in first month since non-fatal strangulation law introduced

Those convicted can face up to 14 years in prison.

Police have appealed for more victims to come forward (PA)

Twenty-six people have been charged since a new offence of non-fatal strangulation was introduced in Northern Ireland a month ago, police have said.

More than 1,800 PSNI officers have now been trained to recognise the offence and the force is encouraging more victims to come forward.