Over 500 knives surrendered at Waterfoot Police Station in three months
Lancashire police thank residents for supporting knife crime prevention
A total of 534 knives have been responsibly disposed of in the knife bin located at Waterfoot Police Station over the past three months, including machetes, kitchen knives, and throwing knives, along with less dangerous items such as pizza cutters and meat forks.
Serious Violence Sergeant Mick Johnson expressed gratitude to Lancashire residents for their participation in the effort to remove bladed items from communities, naming the initiative as a vital part of the county's Sceptre programme to combat knife crime.
Sceptre is Lancashire’s coordinated response to knife crime, integrating enforcement, education, and prevention activity, bolstered by the Lancashire Violence Reduction Network.
Clive Grunshaw, Lancashire's Police and Crime Commissioner, highlighted the role of knife bins in reducing the opportunity for harm before incidents occur, emphasizing their importance in preventing blades from ending up in the wrong hands.
Grunshaw stated, “Every knife surrendered is one less blade that could be misused or cause harm. Knife bins provide a safe and anonymous way to dispose of unwanted blades."
Residents are encouraged to report any relevant information by contacting 101 or 999 in emergencies, or through CrimeStoppers.
A list of knife bin locations across Lancashire can be accessed here: Tackling Knife Crime in Lancashire: #BinTheKnife | LVRN