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A NSW inquiry reveals youth crime in rural areas stems from poverty and trauma, with kids as young as nine using drugs and some preferring jail for stability.
A New South Wales inquiry into youth crime in regional and rural areas has found children as young as nine using drugs, youth preferring jail to unstable homes, and rising female involvement in violence.
Testimonies highlighted poverty, trauma, and lack of opportunities as root causes, with many young people thriving in detention due to its structure and safety.
The report, led by MP Edmond Atalla, recommends expanding youth hubs, creating diversionary centres, boosting mental health and education services, increasing funding for Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations, and improving referral systems.
It stresses that early intervention and holistic support, not tougher policing, are essential.
A follow-up report on policing and legislation is expected in early 2026.
Una investigación de Nueva Gales del Sur revela que la delincuencia juvenil en las zonas rurales proviene de la pobreza y el trauma, con niños de tan solo nueve años que consumen drogas y algunos prefieren la cárcel para la estabilidad.