Broken Trust: The Crumbling Relationship Between Communities and Police As I walked through Kings Heath's high street, the boarded up windows of Coustis hair salon stood out starkly against the faded facades of other shops.
This family owned business had thrived for 40 years, but now it was just another casualty of crime and vandalism that has marred the once thriving community.
The summer months have seen a surge in anti social behavior: teenagers leap over counters to steal food and drinks, smash windows, and even brandish knives.