This is a tragedy and likely an example of the need for a dialogue on mental health and the laws relating to forced treatment/isolation.

Let's not forget to exploit a tragedy though. It's high time for stricter laws regarding the ownership of knives. We need a national discussion involving the media, politicians, and celebrity experts. Lets examine the following...

Knives must be fitted with lock out devices requiring a key.

Knives should be stored in a safe.

Knife owners must purchase insurance.

Knives may not exceed 1 inch in length because that is sufficient for every task.

Civilians can not own high capacity devices like knife blocks. Who needs that many knives anyway?

Serrated knives look scary and make some people feel unsafe so they are banned, regardless of functionality.

Do you see the parallels? Knives kill and must be controlled...

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