PICTURES show a successful knife collection in Evesham this week.
As part of Operation Sceptre, a national campaign aimed at tackling knife crime, West Mercia Police have been raising awareness of the issue.
On May 16, officers from The Evesham Safer Neighbourhood Team were on Bridge Street educating the public.
The officers had a knife bin for the public to surrender unwanted blades.
Superintendent of West Mercia Police, Edward Hancox said: “We know the devastating impact knife crime can have on not just the victim but their families and the wider community.
"It can also be life changing for anyone who is caught carrying a knife, we know those who carry knives are just as likely to be a victim of knife crime.
“Throughout the year officers across our counties work tirelessly to raise awareness of the dangers of carrying a knife and take early intervention measures to prevent young people from getting involved in knife crime in the first place."
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