Violent crime

Notting Hill Carnival Arrests Rise This Year – But Violent Crime Was Actually Down

Organisers say focus on criminality is "stifling" the world-famous street festival.
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Knife Arches Will Be Set Up At Notting Hill Carnival As Acid Attack Threats Appear On Social Media

The detection system is part of a host of security measures.
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Mars Axes YouTube Advertising After Rapper Stabbed To Death

The company said it was "unacceptable" for its adverts to appear alongside videos linked to violent crime.
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'I've Been Stopped By Police': 6 People Shared Their Experiences Of Crime In Their Area

Birmingham residents believe police cuts and a rise in violent crime are linked.
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YouTube Removes Just Over Half Of ‘Violent’ Drill Music Videos Flagged By Met

'They describe stabbings with... great joy and excitement.'
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UK 'Becoming Biggest Consumer Of Cocaine In Europe', Minister Warns

Online exposure to violence is also on the rise.
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Police Cuts Led To Rise In Violent Crime On London's Streets, Says Met Commissioner

'I'm sure it's had an impact.'
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Sadiq Khan Blasts Government For 'Failing In Their Basic Duty To Keep People Safe' After Weekend Of Bloodshed In Capital

Four people, including two children, were shot over the weekend.
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I Grew Up With Violence As A Part Of My Daily Life - I Can't Take Another Young Death Being 'Just Another Statistic'

I was lucky I had adults around me who were quick to notice that without any intervention I could quickly turn into another victim
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Home Secretary Amber Rudd Unveils Serious Violent Crime Strategy

Home Secretary Amber Rudd’s has unveiled her Serious Violent Crime Strategy, following the recent spike in murders, but will it work?
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