People in Merseyside can hand in their bladed weapons as part of a knife and weapons surrender being carried out this week (19-25 May).
The surrender is for anyone who wants to dispose of a knife, bladed article or other offensive weapon safely and anonymously.
Drop-off points will be available at police stations across Merseyside, giving members of the public the chance to dispose of a knife or weapon safely.
Changes to the Offensive Weapons Act 2019 now makes it illegal to possess offensive weapons in a private place, including your home.
A number of offensive weapons have been included in the legislation such as flick knives, knuckle dusters, zombie knives, stealth knives, swordsticks, swords with a curved blade of 50cm or more in length, blowpipes or blow guns.
Knife Surrender Locations
Main Stations
Open Monday to Friday 10am – 8pm and Saturday 10am – 6pm
- St Anne Street
- Birkenhead
- Huyton
- St Helens
- Southport
Sister Stations
Open Tuesday to Friday 10am – 6pm
- Admiral Street
- Wallasey
- Kirkby
- Newton-Le-Willows
- Bootle (Marsh Lane)
The surrender runs from Monday 19 May until Sunday 25 May.
If you have information about someone carrying a knife, or know someone involved in crime, you can report any concerns on 999 if a crime is in progress, via 101, or our social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC.
You can also pass information via Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at https://crimestoppers-uk.org
Find out more about how you can play a part in helping to tackle serious violence here.