Three Knife Crime Busts in One Day: Four Arrested, One Charged
Nottinghamshire Police made four arrests and one charge after a trio of knife crime incidents on Saturday, 15 July. Their crack county knife crime team was on high alert, targeting criminals in Mansfield and Nottingham.
Samurai Sword Stopped in Mansfield
A routine patrol near Sherwood Hall Road led officers to pull over a suspicious car at 2.35pm. A search uncovered a samurai sword hidden under a seat. The three men inside — aged 39, 19, and 18 — were all arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in public.
Zombie Knife Seized in St Ann’s Raid
Just hours earlier at 7.55am, Nottingham city officers executed a search warrant at a house in St Ann’s. Inside, they found a dreaded zombie knife. Connor Gladwin, 21, of Hungerhill Road, was charged with possession of an offensive weapon in a private place. He pleaded guilty at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on Monday and was remanded in custody. Sentencing is set for 11 August at Nottingham Crown Court.
Machete Recovered After Bulwell Chase
Later that evening at Bulwell bus station, police responded to reports of a knife. A suspect tried to run but was caught after a short foot chase. A machete was recovered nearby, and a 14-year-old boy was arrested for possession of a knife in public.
Police Praise Successful Tactics as Knife Crime Remains in Focus
“Thanks to some great police work by our officers, we were able to take three weapons away from our streets,” said Superintendent Kathryn Craner, Nottinghamshire’s knife crime lead.
“These incidents show the different tactics we use—from intelligence-led stops to property search warrants—that help gather crucial evidence and keep communities safe.”
She added: “Preventing knife crime is about education too. Our outreach teams work year-round in schools and communities to warn young people about the dangers and consequences of carrying knives.”
If you have information about knife crime or someone carrying a weapon, call Nottinghamshire Police on 101. In an emergency, always dial 999.
