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Gavin's story

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Gavin, 16

I was beginning to get into trouble with the police. 

One time I threw a ball through my neighbour’s window. I didn’t really know what I was doing. I was angry and wanted to take it out on something. 

Someone from The Children's Society in Bristol set up a meeting with my neighbour. 

It was tough. I didn’t realise how scared I had made her feel. She was a nice woman and I felt really bad. I don’t get into trouble any more.

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