250 knives recovered by Cheshire police as part of national week of action
Items were taken last month
250 knives and bladed articles have been recovered from across Cheshire by the force.
This has seen an increase from the 205 that were taken in 2025.
Chief Inspector Joe McNally, Cheshire Constabulary’s Knife Crime Lead, said:
“Over the course of May's Sceptre week, we saw some great examples of community engagement and partner relationship building that will help us continue to push the message that Cheshire is a hostile environment for anyone who chooses to carry a weapon.
“We have been busy working with our partner organisations, including local councils, charities, third sector organisations, young people and community groups, in conducting a number of activities such as knife sweeps, the delivery of safety demonstrations and the rolling out of knife arches and surrender bins in densely populated areas.
“Our officers have also been visiting the county's retailers along with colleagues from trading standards to conduct test purchase operations, ensuring that knives are not falling into the wrong hands. It was very reassuring to see that the majority of retailers are aware of the relevant rules and regulations surrounding the purchasing of what can be lethal weapons.
“When it comes to issues as serious as knife crime, it is so important that everyone feels that they can come forward to us with any concerns so we can take swift and immediate action and keep our communities safe."