Engaging with the public, speaking to almost 2,000 schoolchildren and a visit from the policing and crime minister was some of the activity taking place during Op Sceptre in Sussex.
Op Sceptre is a national intensification week which takes place twice a year to highlight the dangers of knife crime and bolsters the continuing work undertaken by the force under the name Op Safety.
Starting on Monday, November 14, members of the force visited 18 educational establishments across Sussex, speaking with almost 2,000 young people about the dangers of carrying a knife.
There were also 158 bladed articles surrendered throughout the week, as well as 23 knives recovered through search warrants, direct arrests and weapon sweeps.
This was also supported by intelligence-led knife sweeps, high-visibility engagement, and 88 stop searches resulting in 26 arrests under all powers.
To stop knives getting into the hands of teenagers the force also conducted 39 test purchases; 36 passed, while three failed.
Chief Inspector Simon Yates said:
“Although this work is being highlighted as part of Op Sceptre, be assured this activity takes place in the background while the light is not shone on it.
"The concentrated work in hotspot areas is driving knife crime off our streets.
“There will continue to be amnesty bins across the county for people who want us to destroy their bladed weapon.”
To find out more about the dedicated work tackling serious and knife crime in Sussex, head to the Op Safety page.
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