People Urged To Surrender Knives
Written by HFM News on 27th April 2021
Unwanted knives including illegal blades can be handed in at Market Harborough Police station this week, with no questions asked.
It’s part of an operation aimed at tackling knife crime by removing potential weapons from the street.
Knives can be deposited in a special bin at the Fairfield Road base.
Detective Chief Inspector Gavin Drummond, from the Violent and Complex Crime Unit, who is leading the operation, said: “Reducing knife crime is a key element in tackling violence. Our officers are working hard to protect communities, tackle this abhorrent crime and educate people on the harm it causes.
“Education and prevention work is key to what we do. We have a complex task trying to reach individuals motivated or pressured to carry knives, and this response not only requires efforts on behalf of the police, but in local schools, charities, from friends and family members, as well as from prominent members of the community.
“Our collaborative #LivesNotKnives campaign which works with the Violence Reduction Network (VRN) aims to give young people and parents support and resources to seek help with the issue across the board. Available on our website are further resources inclusive of Multi-lingual flyers, a 10-step conversational guide and direct links to help and support services.
“Ultimately, Knife crime remains a force priority and will not be tolerated.”
A knife seized by offers in Market Harborough
