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Zombie Knives Banned: Man Arrested in UK Import Bust
17 Apr
Summary
- A 19-year-old man was detained for importing banned weapons.
- Machete-style 'zombie knives' were outlawed in new 2024 legislation.
- Police emphasize these dangerous weapons have no place in communities.
Merseyside Police have arrested a 19-year-old man from Whiston in connection with the importation of banned "zombie knives." The blades, described as machete-style, were intercepted before they could enter circulation.
These prohibited weapons were outlawed through new legislation enacted in 2024. Possession or sale of such knives is now a criminal offense in the UK. The arrest occurred on suspicion of importing prohibited weapons with the intent to circumvent restrictions.
