The issue of youth crime has been in the spotlight for months, especially in the wake of the LNP pre-election flagship ‘adult time, adult crime’ policy.

Alternative to addressing the problem through incarceration, one program facilitated by the Queensland Police has been working to prevent youth crime through mentorship.

Project Booyah Chief Inspector, Michael Volk, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss how the problem is addressing youth crime through prevention.

Hear more highlights from Sofie Formica below:

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