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141,000 crime suspects by 2024, 11% of whom are minors<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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13 suspects per 1,000 peers among minors (ages 12-18)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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17 suspects per 1,000 peers among young adults<\/strong><\/span>(18-23 years)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Case study – Jesse<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Jesse is 14 years old and growing up in a vulnerable home environment. His parents struggle with addiction and serious financial problems. There is little stability or structure at home. Jesse is having a hard time\u2014he frequently skips school and is falling further behind. During this period, he comes into contact with a group of peers who regularly cross boundaries. With them, he feels seen and part of something. Together, they begin pushing limits more and more, until things escalate into an armed robbery. Jesse is arrested and convicted, but after his release, little changes. There is no support, and his home situation remains the same. He returns to the same environment and the same group of friends. <\/em><\/p>\n

When different parties from the youth justice system and the social domain come together in a structured school-based meeting, a more complete picture of Jesse emerges. The focus is no longer solely on the offence or his truancy, but also on his home situation, his parents\u2019 problems, and his peer group. In these meetings, professionals share concerns and coordinate their efforts. <\/em><\/p>\n

The municipality provides support to the family, and Jesse receives help for his own challenges, including guidance focused on school, improving his self-image, and building daily structure. The school is supported by youth probation officers and youth workers, who engage with Jesse, his peer group, and his parents to discuss peer pressure and the consequences of criminal behaviour. Jesse\u2019s parents also receive appropriate support through the municipality. Thanks to this joint effort, the risk of reoffending is reduced, and Jesse gains greater stability, safety, and a sense of perspective. <\/em><\/p>\n

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where do we see opportunity for improvement?<\/h2>\n

If we want to prevent youth crime and reoffending, we need to address the root causes of criminal behaviour. We see the following opportunities for improvement: <\/p>\n