Knife violence

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Knife violence

One cut, one stab - and nothing will be the same.

"Only for my safety" - that's one of the reasons why people carry knives. This is very risky though. Appearances are deceptive. Therefore: Think straight. #BetterWithoutKnives.

Whether children, teenagers or adults - nobody should have a knife or other weapons with them in public. Even small knives are enough to seriously injure or, in the worst case, kill someone. Even stabs or cuts to arms or legs can become life-threatening in a very short time.

Without a knife - with a sharp mind

Leave knives at home. You won't even be tempted to use it in conflicts.
Think straight: Simply carrying a knife can already constitute a criminal offense.
Knives are also not suitable for self-protection because they can be used against you very quickly and put you in danger yourself.

A clear mind saves lives

How to protect yourself and others

Knife violence

On the left, close-up of a knife in the hand of an unknown person, in the background a group of three people out of focus

Danger from knife attacks

How to behave correctly.

Knife violence

Gruppe Jugendlicher mit Mützen auf der Straße, einer in Front, drei dahinter

Leave your knife at home

The fascination is great - the danger is greater.

Topics

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Violence in public spaces

The subjective feeling of safety and actual safety can be improved with these short tips.

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Crime in public spaces

What phenomena exist and how you can protect yourself against them.

Knife violence

Violence on the road

Reports of violence on the street or on public transport can be frightening and make people feel unsafe in public spaces. Some people then resort to pepper spray or other types of weapon to feel safer on the street.
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Street robbery - groups offer protection

Street robbery is the most common form of robbery. The perpetrators use violence - sometimes including the use of weapons and objects. Dark and secluded streets, paths or squares are particularly popular.

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Prevention advice for public figures

People who are in the public eye due to political or other social activities can be the target of hostility or criminal acts. If you belong to this group of people, please follow these instructions for your protection.

Help

and support

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Get your act together: Active against juvenile delinquency

"Kurve kriegen" is a crime prevention initiative of the Ministry of the Interior of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia that helps children and young people at risk of crime to find ways out of delinquency.

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Police victim protection and counseling services

If you have been the victim of a crime, you often feel helpless and alone. However, there is a wide range of help and support available. Here you will find information on competent contact persons, specific offers of help, contact details and information on your rights as a victim.

Law

and statistics

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Weapons and their legal consequences

More and more citizens own weapons and other dangerous objects. Knives are also increasingly in circulation. However, simply carrying a knife can be a criminal offense and have consequences. The weapons calendar provides information on the current legal situation.

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Weapons ban zones in Cologne and Düsseldorf

This will make it easier for the police to intervene preventively, carry out checks and impose sanctions for infringements. Anyone who commits an administrative offense can expect a fine of up to ten thousand euros.

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Children and young people as perpetrators of violent crime

The Criminalistic-Criminological Research Centre (KKF) of the LKA NRW hosted the third symposium in the series "Foresight - Challenges for Police and Society" on March 7 and 8, 2024 under the patronage of Minister Herbert Reul.
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Police crime statistics

The police crime statistics (PKS) for North Rhine-Westphalia are kept by the State Criminal Police Office of North Rhine-Westphalia (LKA NRW).

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Online Police

Have you been the victim of a crime? You can also report a crime online or provide information. You can find help and information in our Internet Watch.

Without a knife - with a sharp mind

Knife violence

Danger from knife attacks

Knife violence

Leave your knife at home

Knife violence

Violence in public spaces

Knife violence

Crime in public spaces

Knife violence

Violence on the road

Knife violence

Street robbery - groups offer protection

Knife violence

Prevention advice for public figures

Knife violence

Get your act together: Active against juvenile delinquency

Knife violence

Police victim protection and counseling services

Knife violence

Weapons and their legal consequences

Knife violence

Weapons ban zones in Cologne and Düsseldorf

Knife violence

Children and young people as perpetrators of violent crime

Knife violence

Police crime statistics

Knife violence

Online Police

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