Stabbings Survivor Calls for Ban on Pointed Knives

Leanne Lucas, a survivor of the 2024 Southport stabbings that occurred during a Taylor Swift-themed dance class, has launched the 'Let’s Be Blunt' campaign advocating for a ban on pointed kitchen knives and promoting blunt-tipped alternatives. The attack led to the deaths of three young girls and injuries to several others, leaving Lucas traumatized and unable to feel safe at home. Her campaign began during Knife Crime Awareness Week and highlights that pointed kitchen knives are the most common weapon in domestic stabbings. Lucas draws parallels to other public health campaigns, stressing the importance of cultural change and education alongside any legislative efforts. Cutlery manufacturers such as Viners already offer blunt-tipped knives, underscoring the feasibility of her proposed changes. The initiative aims to address personal and societal trauma by encouraging safer kitchen practices and preventing future tragedies.