8/13/2019 11 Violent Crime is Becoming Increasingly Worrying

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Violent Crime is becoming increasingly worrying. Although the stats suggest otherwise, with people

treated in hospital after violent incidents falling by 14%, we are seeing more deaths on the news

because of this phenomenon. We as a nation are more aware of violent crime but do we know all

the angles surrounding it?

The Criminal Britain season on BBC 3 comes to an end on Wednesday night, when the last of the

series Criminal Britainis aired. The series has pulled in around 20million viewers every week, and

the viewing audience is expected to double this Wednesday. Directors say out of the entire series

Criminal Britain is the one that will make the most impact.

Criminal Britain takes a look at how violent crime is affecting the age group it is most associated

with. Teenagers. Often depicted as hooded, anti-social, drug-taking criminals, teenagers are just as

likely to be victims of violent crime as anyone else. With individuals in their age group being twice as

likely to be victims of violent crime. But yet the media often neglects these facts. In Criminal Britain

presenter Andre Walters dives in to find out first hand what the true story behind violent crime is.

The Sixth Form College, Solihull plays host to the much anticipated documentary. Students along

with expert criminologist Tom Krawec go into their first hand experiences of violent crime, the

effects and possible solutions to deal with violent crime. The informative nature of the documentary

leads to various thought-provoking views from the students and Krawec which provides a well-

rounded debate and insight into the workings of violent crime.

The documentary also has a focus on the police force locally and across the nation, as they have a

big role in the fight against violent crime. Have the government cuts hinder the ability of the police

to effectively resolve incidents of violence? Are they able to make people feel safe in their local area

and across the nation? The fact that 4,373 more violent crime offences occurred from June 2013 toJuly 2013 does seem to suggest the answer to the question is no. However, Criminal Britain

investigates in depth and evaluates the validity of this argument and highlights counter arguments,

but most importantly this allows the viewer to see beyond face value of the situation. Allowing for

more understanding of it through simple and interesting explanations.

Overall, the information provided in the documentary allows viewers to make an informed

judgement through the gaining of valid knowledge on violent crime. It shines a light on vital aspects

of violent crime. An important representation of the younger generations views on violent crime is

provided with expert opinion and stats, which makes for interesting viewing. As the correlation

between these three elements will intrigue the viewer.