Large knives found in Burmantofts estate during weapons sweep in Leeds
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It was part of a joint operation with Leeds City Council in the Ebor Gardens and Haslewood Estate area of Burmantofts.
The operation took place on Wednesday, April 28.
A spokesman for West Yorkshire Police said:
West Yorkshire Police said: "These knives were found during a weapons sweep by the Leeds east and Operaton Jemlock teams yesterday in the Ebor Gardens / Haslewood Estate area of Leeds as part of Operation Sceptre.
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Hide Ad"These are potentially dangerous weapons that cannot now be used for violence.
"We worked with Leeds Council and also spoke with people in the area, explaining that carrying a knife is never the answer.
"Thanks to everyone who gave us a warm welcome."
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