Police drop into Wigan borough school to issue warnings about knife crime

Police officers have visited a Wigan borough school to raise awareness of knife crime as part of a national campaign.
By Charles Graham
Published 18th May 2022, 07:57 BST
Updated 18th May 2022, 07:59 BST
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PCs Pilling and Heaney were at St Mary’s High School, Astley to discuss the risks and consequences of carrying knives, the law around carrying knives, and how to keep yourself safe.

A spokesperson for GMP Leigh, Atherton and Hindley said: “The input was well received, and the class engaged really well.

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“We will be looking to replicate the input to other local schools in the near future.”

The officers pointed out that everyone can play a part in addressing knife crime, by:

o Reporting it to police or anonymously to @Crimestoppers or @FearlessORG

o Being vigilant, speak to your children and be aware of where they are and who they’re with

o Call 999 if you are worried for your own or someone else’s safety.

The visit was part of Operation Sceptre, a nationwide police crusade aimed at tackling knife crime.