London violence: Knife and gun crime low after lockdown

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London violence: Knife and gun crime low after lockdown
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The Met Police said a 'summer campaign of violence suppression activity' had led to the reduction.

Some experts had predicted a spike in violent crimes once lockdown had eased.

"There are a number of reasons, such as pent-up aggression. Where young people have been cooped up together, and as restrictions lift, people are more mobile."

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