A new documentary will examine the communities and individuals affected by knife crime and aim to shed light on why the use of knives has become so prevalent on the streets of London. A new documentary will examine the communities and individuals affected by knife crime and aim to shed light on why the use of knives has become so prevalent on the streets of London. London hospitals deal with the impact of knife crime (Victoria Jones/PA)Filmed over two years, the documentary follows Josh as he meets grieving families devastated by knife violence as well as active gang members and London’s doctors tasked with trying to stem the physical and emotional damage caused to young men. The latest available figures show police-recorded offences involving a knife or sharp instrument have risen for the fourth year running. On a Knife Edge will premiere on September 20 on Vice digital, Snapchat Discover and IGTV and will air at 10pm on Vice TV.

Source: Irish Independent September 06, 2018 16:41 UTC