Chop shop raided and knife crime education handed out by Dudley police
Police in Dudley helped hundreds of children understand the dangers of knife crime as well as making several significant arrests this week.
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Dudley Police neighbourhood team branded the week a success combining visits to schools, raiding a motor parts chop shop and making arrests on the street, all as part of Operation Sceptre.
Officers visited schools including Roberts Primary School, Hurst Hill Primary School, Sledmere Primary School and Northfield Road Primary School to talk to students about knife crime.
A Dudley Police spokesman said: "Officers also discovered a chop shop after locating a stolen vehicle whilst on patrol.
"We have seized a number of stolen car parts from inside the unit and they will be examined as part of our investigation.
"Whilst on patrol, we also located a motorbike which following checks, was confirmed as stolen during a burglary last month.
"With the support of traffic officers, we have conducted an off-road bike operation in St James, Castle and Priory public parks. We seized one vehicle for no insurance. Officers also conducted a speed operation in Howley Grange Road following concerns from residents.
"Officers have been out tackling shop theft offences in Halesowen and offering shop owners crime prevention advice and support."
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