A survivor of a stabbing shares their harrowing firsthand account of the physical and emotional toll of knife crime, shedding light on the brutal reality that often gets lost in crime statistics. Their story isn’t just about the attack itself—it’s about the lasting trauma, the struggle to recover, and the urgent need to address this growing issue.

Editor’s Note: Knife crime isn’t just headlines—it’s real lives shattered. Hearing directly from a victim forces us to confront the human cost behind the numbers, making it harder to ignore. Stories like this can push for tougher action or better support systems, but they also remind us how much work is left to do.