Seven-year-old girl caught carrying knife on Southampton street
Knife scare on Studland Close
A shocking incident erupted on Monday afternoon when a seven-year-old girl was found roaming a residential street in Southampton carrying a knife and threatening to stab other children. The drama unfolded at around 4.25pm on Studland Close, sparking a quick response from Hampshire Police after urgent calls from worried locals.
Police step in, no one hurt
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson said:
“We were called at 4.25pm yesterday to reports of a girl spotted with a knife on Studland Close. Officers found the girl and safely returned her home. Follow-up work will be done with her parents. No one was injured in the incident.”
Residents stunned by the child’s actions
The local community has been left reeling after hearing a child so young was involved in such a dangerous situation. One nearby resident, who asked to remain anonymous, said:
“It’s heartbreaking and terrifying. You don’t expect to hear something like this in your own street, especially from a child that young.”
Safeguarding and support underway
While no arrests have been made, the case is now in the hands of social services and safeguarding teams, who will assess the girl’s welfare. Police stressed the matter is being handled sensitively, noting that children under 10 are not legally criminally responsible. However, intervention will focus on the safety and wellbeing of all involved.
Call to action
Authorities have promised ongoing support for the family and urged anyone with information about the incident to contact Hampshire Police on 101, quoting the incident on 14 April, Studland Close.
