Two 15-year-olds charged after zombie knives found in Birmingham

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 08:02 · Archive

Two 15-year-old schoolboys have been charged with possession of an offensive weapon after zombie knives were recovered in Birmingham city centre during patrols by West Midlands Police's Guardian Taskforce on Friday, 23 October.

The first boy was stopped near the 'Ramp' on Stephenson Place, where a zombie knife was found during a search. Later in the day, officers had a short foot chase after a second boy reacted to their presence. A zombie knife was recovered after he was detained.

Both boys have been charged with possession of an offensive weapon. One is due to appear before Birmingham Magistrates on 17 November and the other on 1 December. West Midlands Police said the Guardian Taskforce is a specialist unit that tackles knife crime and youth violence through plain-clothed operations, high visibility patrols and engagement with young people.

How it is being reported

• Schoolboys charged after zombie knives discovery in Birmingham city centreThe boys, both aged 15, have been charged with possession of an offensive weapon and are due to appear in courtBirminghamLive · 27 Oct, 07:27
• Two boys aged 15 to appear in court after zombie knives seized in BirminghamOne of the boys was detained after a short foot chaseExpress & Star · 27 Oct, 06:56

In this story: West Midlands Police · Birmingham · Guardian Taskforce · Birmingham Magistrates

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