Knife crime: what help and support is available?

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An ITV News investigation has revealed that an average of 17 serious crimes are committed with a knife in the North West every single day.

If you are worried about knife crime in your area, or if have been affected by violence there are a number of free sources of help and support available:

Where to go if you need advice:

  • knifecrimes.org: a Home Office approved site offering information, advice, support and safety resources

  • Support After Murder and Manslaughter helpline: 0845 872 3440 / samm.org.uk

  • Crimestoppers: a charity where you can give information about a crime call anonymously on 0800 555 111 or crimestoppers-uk.org

  • victimsupport.org.uk: a national charity which provides free support to those affected by crime, 0808 1689 111

  • Childline UK: ChildLine is a counselling service for children and young people: 0800 1111 or https://www.childline.org.uk