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Knife crime facts: True or false?

There has been a lot of coverage in the news about knife crime.

It’s important that you are aware of the facts about carrying a knife, can you identify whether these statements are true or false?

true or false
Carrying a knife is illegal and you can get into trouble with the police
TRUE FALSE
Correct! It is illegal to carry a knife or offensive weapon, the police can charge you for this offense.
Incorrect! It is illegal to carry a knife or offensive weapon, the police can charge you for this offense.
true or false
The knife you have may be used against you and could seriously hurt you
TRUE FALSE
Correct! Some people might think that if they carry a knife it will protect them from harm. But knives can be used against you by another person and seriously injure or kill you.
Incorrect! Some people might think that if they carry a knife it will protect them from harm. But knives can be used against you by another person and seriously injure or kill you.
true or false
If you carry a knife you are three times more likely to be a victim of a stabbing
TRUE FALSE
Correct! People that carry knives are three times more likely to be stabbed compared to those who do not carry knives.
Incorrect! This is true. People that carry knives are three times more likely to be stabbed compared to those who do not carry knives.
true or false
You’ll be safer if you carry a knife.
TRUE FALSE
Incorrect! As mentioned before, people who carry knives are actually more likely to be stabbed and the knife they are carrying can be used against them.
Correct! This is false. As mentioned before, people who carry knives are actually more likely to be stabbed and the knife they are carrying can be used against them.

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