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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Dave Hill

Knock on the door all parents dread

Islington Councillor Meral Ece:

At Midnight, I opened the door to two police officers who informed me that my son was in an ambulance on his way to hospital...he and his friends had been attacked by a gang of 12 and mugged. They had been punched and kicked, and had their mobiles stolen...

What a terrible indictment of our society, that parents like myself should have to worry every time our sons go out, where they are literally taking their life in their hands.

That really says it all. Now read on.

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