Teen Wields Knife, Threatens to Kill in Ludgershall Street Horror
An 18-year-old from Ludgershall has pleaded guilty after a terrifying knife threat incident that shook the local community.
Knife-Wielding Shocker on Astor Crescent
Leon Robertson, living on Moyne Drive, Ludgershall, admitted four serious charges linked to a frightening February 6 showdown. He brandished a kitchen knife in public and threatened to kill two men, sparking alarm among bystanders.
Police acted swiftly, arresting Robertson at the scene and holding him in custody after the incident.
Court Showdown: Guilty Plea but Jail Time Pending
On Friday, March 13, Robertson faced Swindon Crown Court. He confessed to:
- Two counts of threatening individuals with a knife in public
- Two counts of making threats to kill
However, sentencing was pushed back to April 2, awaiting a pre-sentence report. The judge expressed serious concerns about the ongoing danger Robertson poses to his victims and ordered him to remain in custody for now.
