Levels of knife crime offences in West Midlands are 'highest in the country'
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Levels of knife crime offences in the West Midlands are the highest in the country, new figures reveal today.
The statistics reflect the problem with knife-related violence in our region, where there have been several tragedies with some involving young teenagers.