Knife 'Surrender Bins' Placed in Worcestershire as Spike in Offences

Knife 'surrender bins' placed in Worcestershire as spike in offences

West Mercia Police has joined with forces from across the country to be part of the national anti-knife crime intensification week, called Sceptre.

Humberside Police urge people to surrender knives

The scheme is part of National Knife Surrender Week to reduce the number of people carrying weapons.

West Mercia Police focus on retailers and youth intervention during anti-knife crime week

West Mercia Police is taking part in a national week of action to tackle knife crime, focusing on responsible knife sales, early intervention with young people and encouraging the public to safely dispose of unwanted blades.

Humberside Police Join 'National Knife Surrender Week'

Humberside Police are supporting this week’s National Knife Surrender Week, also known as ‘Sceptre’, which aims to reduce the number of people carrying a weapon. Chief Inspector Tim Harrison leading the operation said: “Sceptre is rolled out across the country twice a year with an aim to reduce the number of people carrying weapons, especially young people. “Knife crime presents very real dangers and puts people at risk of serious harm. “I want …