Youngsters as young as 10 armed in Bristol

A recent documentary titled 'Postcodes' has shed light on a disturbing trend: children as young as 10 are reportedly leaving their homes armed with weapons. The film, focusing on gang rivalries within Bristol, including historical tensions between areas known as BS13 and BS4, offers a raw look at the lives of young people affected by this violence.

Boxing coach and campaigner Serena Wiebe, who has tragically lost three people to knife crime, participated in the documentary, sharing that young individuals are willing to lie about their origins to avoid conflict. The film documents participants as young as 10 carrying weapons, often influenced by older siblings or cousins. Wiebe expressed the difficulty of creating the film but stressed its importance in giving a voice to young people grappling with loss and dangerous circumstances.