WEAPONS have been found by police following reports of a disturbance near the city centre.
West Mercia Police have been carrying out knife sweeps across the city as part of Operation Sceptre.
Following reports of a disturbance around St Andrew's Spire, on Deansway, a lock knife and a sharp instrument were found.
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Worcester City/SNT respond to reports of disturbance in the grounds around St Andrews Spire. Following information received an Intelligence led knife sweep was conducted where 1 lock knife & 1 sharp instrument were found. #opsceptre #saferneighbourbood pic.twitter.com/OM4MSABxpb
— Worcester SNTs (@WorcesterCops) May 17, 2023
Operation Sceptre is a national campaign taking place twice a year to ensure residents are safe from knife crime in their community.
We have contacted West Mercia Police for more information.
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