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Geneva police get tough on street crime

Geneva police have set up a special 18-strong street crime unit to crack down on street robberies and other petty crimes. Last year reported crime rose by 18 per cent in the canton, compared with a national increase of six per cent. Swiss TV joined the new unit on the beat.

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