FOI NYP use of Psychics / Mediums (552-2024/25)

Request

This request relates to the Police Force's use of psychics (by which I mean all types of psychics, clairvoyants, 'remote viewers', mediums, astrologers, mind-readers, etc.)

Q1. In the last three years, how many times has the police force actively engaged with a psychic for the purpose of using their services?

Q2. In the last three years, how many times has the force paid for the services of a psychic in relation to a criminal case?

Q3. In the last three years, how many times has the police force been contacted by psychics offering to help with a criminal investigation?

Q4. Does the police force have any written policy regarding the use of psychics in criminal investigations? If so, please provide me with a copy.

Response

Extent and Result of Searches to Locate Information

To locate the information relevant to your request searches were conducted within North Yorkshire Police. I can confirm that some of the information you have requested is held by North Yorkshire Police.  

Decision

I have today decided to disclose the located information to you.

Q1. 0

Q2. 0

Q3. No information held

Q4. No information held

Please note that systems used for recording information are not generic, nor are the procedures used locally in capturing the data.  It should be noted therefore that this force’s response to your questions should not be used for comparison purposes with any other responses you may receive.