Wigan boy, 16, found with steak knife and cocaine

A teenager found armed with a steak knife and then in possession of drugs the next day has been given a youth rehabilitation order.

By Post reporter

Published 18th Feb 2021, 15:52 BST

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The Wigan 16-year-old, who cannot be identified, appeared at the borough’s youth court to admit to possessing the bladed weapon in Bishopgate on February 15 and then having cocaine the day after.

Part of his punishment includes a course called Behind the Blade aimed at deterring knife crime. He must also carry out 40 hours’ unpaid work and pay £106 in court costs and a victim services surcharge.

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