Black Country man jailed after police seize zombie knife
A man has been jailed after police seized a zombie knife from him.
Officers from West Midland Police's Guardian Taskforce were patrolling around West Bromwich on Monday (23 February), where they spotted two men acting suspiciously, and following a short foot chase they were detained on Overend Street.
One of the men, Jesse Boakye, was seen throwing a zombie knife under a car.
He was arrested for possession of a knife and charged.
The 19-year-old, of Cape Hill, Smethwick, appeared before Wolverhampton magistrates on Tuesday, where he pleaded guilty and was jailed for eight months.
Project Guardian is a specialist taskforce which tackles knife crime and youth violence.
There is particular emphasis on reducing knife crime, through a range of tactics from plain-clothed operations to high visibility patrols and positive engagement with young people.
If you see something suspicious in your area get in touch with West Midlands Police by calling 101, or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 to stay anonymous.
