A specially-designed van is set to visit communities across Sussex to raise awareness of the dangers of knife possession.
Police said it will be visiting schools, high streets and supermarkets to inform and educate.
Real-life stories will be told of people whose lives have been impacted by knife crime, and information will be available on where people can get help and advice.
It's part of a wider campaign funded by the Home Office's Serious Violence Fund for 2020/2021.
Chief Constable Jo Shiner said:
"Carrying a knife can change your life forever.
"Not only does it put you and those around you at an increased risk of harm, but getting caught with one can result in serious personal and legal consequences.
"We want to help young people make the right choices by educating on the risks of knife possession and helping them get the support they need to live knife free."
Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne said:
“It is vitally important that real-life stories are shared with young people so they can understand the life-changing consequences this could have on them.
“I’m pleased to see Sussex Police being so proactive in their response to serious violence, putting early intervention methods in place to educate and protect our young people from getting caught up in criminality.
“The message is clear: lose the knife, not a life.”
Knife amnesty bins are available in police stations across Sussex- safely dispose of knives with no consequences and no questions asked.
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