Crime and COVID in London’s Little India

1x18:30min film for VICE World News

Crime and COVID are on the rise in the suburb of Southall in London that’s home to the largest Punjabi community outside of India. At various times during the pandemic, it has recorded some of the highest COVID rates in the United Kingdom. VICE World News reveals how deep-rooted cultural beliefs and government distrust are fueling crime and vaccine hesitancy.

Dir: Isher Sahota
Prod: Charlie Rosser
Exec Prod: Lianne Turner