Knife Seized, Youth Arrested in Birmingham Patrol

0:00On March 11, two 18-year-old men were arrested in the Yarlie area of Birmingham on Tuesday after a routine patrol by West Midlands Police's Guardian Task Force, officers spotted the pair acting suspiciously, and a quick search turned up a flick knife, leading to charges for possession of an offensive weapon. The men tried to run when they saw the police, sparking a short foot chase that ended near Oakland's recreation ground. There, officers detained them and found the knife during a standard search. This task force plays a big role in fighting knife crime and youth violence across the region. They use everything from high visibility patrols, like this one, to undercover operations and outreach to young people. Meanwhile, police say these efforts are making a real difference in keeping communities safer, with more arrests like this one expected as patrols. Continue. If you notice anything suspicious, reach out to West Midlands Police on 101, or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 08-00555-5111 to help keep the streets secure.