Operation Deter has been extended to Slough and Aylesbury following a successful launch in Milton Keynes.
The operation, which has been driven by TVP and the Police & Crime Commissioner (PCC), Matthew Barber, focuses on prosecution, intervention and prevention.
The operation initially launched in Milton Keynes on 1st July, and has since been extended to Aylesbury Vale and now includes Slough, with a view to roll-out across the entire force area over the coming year. It's main objective is to make better use of charging and remanding offenders aged over 18 to court, sending a robust message to anyone found in possession of a knife.
Commenting on the operation expanding to Slough, PCC Matthew Barber said: “I know that there are concerns in Slough about knife crime following recent incidents and I want to reassure residents that the possession and carrying of knives won’t be tolerated.
“I am pleased to see Op Deter being extended to Slough. This tough operational policing approach has already shown early positive signs in Milton Keynes and Aylesbury. I hope to see this trend continue as it is adopted in Slough, with more people being charged and remanded in court and more knives taken off our streets."
In September, Thames Valley Police recorded 57 knife-enabled crimes in Milton Keynes.
17 people were charged and remanded with 25 people bailed while investigations continue.
