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Officers from the Metropolitan Police in Bexley attended Hurstmere School in Sidcup today(26 March 2025) as part of a proactive knife arch operation aimed at tackling knife crime and ensuring student safety.
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The initiative, carried out during school hours, involved the use of a knife arch detector, a walk-through metal scanner used to identify individuals carrying bladed weapons. These operations are designed to safeguard students and staff, as well as to deter young people from bringing knives into school environments.
If you are concerned about knife crime or need advice, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111, or speak with your local Safer Schools Officer.
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