Police carry out knife sweeps in Rother and Wealden area
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They searched for hidden blades in various locations in East Sussex, including Battle and the nearby village of Ninfield.
A spokesperson for Rother Police said: “These knife sweeps took place in various locations including parks and recreation grounds. We are pleased to report that no knives were found during these checks.”
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Hide AdThey said everyone can play a part in tackling knife crime by reporting incidents to police, or anonymously to Crimestoppers, and disposing of unwanted blades in Sussex Police’s amnesty bins across the county.
A spokesperson for Sussex Police said: “Knife crime has tragic consequences to the victim, loved ones and the local community. Sussex is a safe place to live, but we recognise the importance of taking proactive action with our partners and other organisations to keep Sussex safe and feeling safe.”
The force’s work includes educating young people about the consequences of knife crime and reassuring them they are safer not carrying knives, carrying out test purchases to see if knives are sold to under-18s, and targeting County Lines drug networks.