Gun crime soars by 30% as gangland rivalries blight London enclave where girl, 8, injured in double shooting
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Community leaders have expressed alarm at the rising gun crime in affluent areas, attributing it to the release of gang members looking to settle scores, leading to violent outbreaks.
Pastor Lorraine Jones states, 'This is a state of emergency,' highlighting the severity of the crime wave affecting even the wealthiest enclaves, impacting the community's sense of safety.
Latest statistics reveal a 28.1 percent increase in firearms offenses, including armed robberies, showing that even London's highest-value areas are not safe from gang violence.
As Kensington and Chelsea struggle with rising lawlessness, police face budget cuts that could result in a significant reduction of police officers, raising concerns about public safety.
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