Bradford Police Seize 93 Weapons as Knife Crime Falls

Monday, 27 October 2025 13:46

A weapons amnesty in Bradford led to 93 knives and weapons being taken off the streets, contributing to a major drop in youth knife crime.

Bradford police have hailed the success of a recent weapons amnesty that resulted in 93 knives and other weapons being surrendered or seized across the district. The initiative, part of West Yorkshire Police’s ongoing Operation Jemlock, forms a key part of efforts to reduce violent crime and improve community safety.

Among the weapons collected were machetes, lock knives, and ninja swords — the latter now illegal to possess privately under new legislation. Inspector Justin Adams of the Bradford City Neighbourhood Policing Team said the campaign was not only about taking dangerous weapons off the streets but also about engaging with communities to prevent violence before it happens.

The results are already showing a positive trend. Knife-related violent incidents involving under-25s have dropped by 9.6 percent, while offences involving under-18s have seen a sharper decline of 21.3 percent.

The amnesty, delivered in partnership with local organisations and supported by the West Yorkshire Violence Reduction Partnership, demonstrates how joint action can deliver real results. Police are encouraging residents to continue sharing information about weapon possession anonymously through Crimestoppers or directly with West Yorkshire Police.

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