4510.0 - Recorded Crime - Victims, Australia, 2011

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Weapon use

In 2011, a weapon was used against the victim in 75% (138) of attempted murders, 71% (172) of murders, and 44% (5,958) of robberies. A knife was the most common weapon type used against the victim in the following offences: murder (33%), attempted murder (33%), and robbery (22%). A weapon was not used against the victim in 98% (16,835) of sexual assaults, 86% (569) of kidnappings/abductions, and 56% (7,613) of robberies (Table 2.4).