If you have been injured by violent crime, you can apply for compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation scheme. This scheme is funded by the government as a way of providing "an expression of public sympathy for innocent victims of violent crime."
It does not matter whether the offender has been caught, but there are other rules which affect your chances of receiving any money. Victim Support Southwark can explain how you can claim Criminal Injuries Compensation and can help you to make your claim.
If would like more information about claiming Criminal Injuries Compensation please contact us.