Crime and Justice
Weapons
Young people committing knife and gun crimes has been widely reported over the last couple of years. What are the laws surrounding weapons?
I was a victim of crime
Two n2k readers tell us how they coped when they discovered first-hand what it was like to be a victim of crime.
Who's online?
Thanks to social networking sites, keeping in touch with mates is easier than ever, but do you know who you're really talking to online?
5 Things u need2know
- In 2001, 48 per cent of mobile phone robbery victims were under 18 years old.
- If your phone is stolen or lost, you can stop it from ever being used again. Call your mobile phone network or call 08701 123 123.
- Over half of young victims do not report the crimes committed against them to the police and many do not even tell their parents.
- To report a crime anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
- If you're a victim of crime and need support, call 0845 30 30 900.
