Knife crime concerns spark calls for expanded police powers

Knife crime incidents have occurred across three Australian states in recent weeks, including stabbings at a Queensland shopping centre, two separate Melbourne locations, and a Chinese restaurant on the NSW Central Coast. Former Detective Superintendent Rob Critchlow notes that statistics show knife crime and violent crime are trending downward, though concerns remain high. Jack's Law, which provides police with metal-detecting wand powers to search for concealed weapons, is being implemented in some areas, with advocates calling for nationwide expansion of these police powers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.