Knife Crime

The Facts. The Law. Staying Safe.

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📊 The Reality

49,000+

knife offences each year

43%

offenders under 25

50%

victims under 25

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❌ Myth vs ✅ Fact

❌ MYTH

"Carrying a knife keeps me safe"

✅ FACT

You're MORE likely to be injured if you carry a knife

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⚖️ The Law

🚫 Illegal to carry a knife in public without good reason
🚫 Illegal to carry ANY knife on school grounds
🚫 "Self-defence" is NOT a valid excuse

Up to 4 YEARS in prison for carrying a knife

Plus: criminal record affecting jobs, uni, and travel abroad

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💪 Real Courage Is...

Walking AWAY from confrontation
Telling an adult if you're worried
Reporting if a friend is carrying
Choosing your future over a moment

It takes more strength to walk away than to fight.

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🛡️ Staying Safe

📍 Plan safe routes - stick to busy, well-lit areas
📱 Tell someone where you're going
👀 Stay aware - no headphones when walking alone
🏃 Trust your instincts - if it feels wrong, leave
🗣️ Talk to someone if you feel unsafe

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🆘 Get Help

Crimestoppers

0800 555 111

100% Anonymous

Childline

0800 1111

24/7 Support

Emergency

999

Immediate Danger

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✨ Remember

🔪 Carrying a knife makes you LESS safe
⚖️ One moment can change your life forever
💪 Walking away is the strongest choice
🤫 You can report anonymously
❤️ Help is always available

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Choose Your Future

Not a moment of regret.

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