Number of knife-related crimes over last 5 years remained 'relatively constant', a third occurred in residential areas: Desmond Tan - CNA

SINGAPORE: The number of knife-related crimes involving murder, robbery, rioting and serious hurt has remained "relatively constant" over the past five years, averaging about 150 cases annually, said Minister of State for Home Affairs Desmond Tan on Monday (A…

For urgent incidents, including those involving dangerous weapons, the police are generally able to respond within 15 minutes of the call, said Mr Tan. The officers will use force, wherever necessar… [+2826 chars]

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