Tributes to funny and handsome' young footballer stabbed to death in city park
Detectives are hunting the killer of 17-year-old Harleigh Hepworth who was fatally stabbed in West Park, Wolverhampton.
No arrests have been made as the investigation continues into the tragic death of Harleigh Hepworth, with tributes pouring in for the teenager. [ more ]
Rahaan Ahmed Amin - the teen stabbed to death in a park in Newham
The 21 campaign seeks to remember the 21 teenagers who were murdered in 2023 and change the culture of kids carrying knives and becoming involved in violence.
Rahaan Ahmed Amin, a 16-year-old boy, was stabbed to death in Newham in 2023 and a 16-year-old boy has been charged with his murder. [ more ]
London's teen murders blamed on Tory cuts and 'poverty of hope'
Labour MPs blame Conservative government cuts for youth violence, while Tory MPs emphasize new initiatives and focus on individual responsibility. [ more ]
Worcester officials announce plan to curb youth violence, start summer crime initiative weeks early
City officials in Worcester are taking action to address youth violence by implementing programs and partnerships with local organizations to reduce violent behavior in the community. [ more ]
French cities introduce curfew to curb youth violence
Two French cities, Nice and Beziers, impose night-time curfews for children under 13 after fatal assaults involving minors to address youth violence. [ more ]
Labour pledges to scrap apology letters' in crackdown on soaring knife crime
Labour leader Keir Starmer has announced a pledge to tackle knife crime by giving young people support and imposing tougher punishments.
Labour would introduce a ban on zombie-style knives and machetes, as well as impose criminal sanctions on tech executives who allow knife sales on their platforms. [ more ]
Pictured: Boy, 16, fatally stabbed in Bristol by two people wearing masks
Darrien Williams, a 16-year-old boy, was tragically stabbed to death in Bristol. Two teenagers, aged 15, were arrested for his murder.
Avon and Somerset Police have introduced enhanced stop and search powers and a new police operation to target youth violence in response to recent incidents in Bristol. [ more ]
Andre Salmon - the teenager who was shot dead while on an e-scooter in Haringey
The 21 campaign seeks to remember the 21 teenagers who were murdered in 2023 and change the culture of kids carrying knives and becoming involved in violence.
Andre Salmon, an 18-year-old boy, was shot dead in Haringey in 2023. The suspect was allegedly riding an e-scooter and made off after the shooting. [ more ]
Leonardo Reid - the teen stabbed to death 'at music video shoot scene' in Islington
The 21 campaign seeks to remember the 21 teenagers who were murdered in 2023 and change the culture of youth violence.
Leonardo Reid, a 15-year-old boy, was stabbed to death in Islington in 2023.
Abel Chunda and Jason Furtardo have been charged with murder, attempted murder, and possession of an offensive weapon in relation to the case. [ more ]