Man arrested after police found two lock knives in his car
A man has been arrested by Eden Police for possession of a knife in a public place.
Eden Police found two lock knives upon stopping and searching a vehicle and its occupant.
This was found as part of Operation Sceptre which looked to reduce knife crime with a week of action.
A spokesperson for Eden Police said: "Someone in possession of a knife is not only increasing the risk of harm to themselves, but could also face a fine of £5,000 and a four-year prison sentence."
A man has been arrested for possession of a knife in a public place.
Eden Police found two lock knives upon stopping and searching a vehicle and its occupant.
This was found as part of Operation Sceptre which looked to reduce knife crime with a week of action.
A spokesperson for Eden Police said: "Someone in possession of a knife is not only increasing the risk of harm to themselves, but could also face a fine of £5,000 and a four-year prison sentence."
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