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From Predatory Boys Homes to the Unforgiving Streets of Kings Cross

Australian True Crime

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The Story of a Kid Who Stole Food

Derek says he used to steal food from other children's lunches. He was arrested for stealing 50 cents in a pub with his 11-year-old brother. The pair were sent to an institution called Yasma, where Derek spent three years. But then they moved him back to the 'Derek boys home', which is like being in the army. "I can't even begin to tell you ... it was just a horrible place"

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