Teenager charged after carrying large sword in Wolverhampton

Officers caught him whilst on patrol

Officers were patrolling Pipers Row
Author: Natalia AntoniwPublished 3rd Feb 2026
Last updated 3rd Feb 2026

A teenage boy has been charged after officers found him with a large sword in Wolverhampton.

Officers noticed the 17-year-old acting suspiciously when he saw them on patrol around Pipers Row.

He attempted to flee but was detained, which is when the sword was found.

The teen has been charged with possession of a knife and is due in court later this month.

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