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An inquiry has heard testimony from Joseph Wheeler, co-owner of Knife Warehouse, who defended selling a 'Black Panther' kukri-style machete to teenager Axel Rudakubana, later convicted for the murder of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport. The machete, ordered online ... [More info]

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New Guidelines in Cardiff Schools for Weapon Searches and Safety Protocols

In response to rising concerns about knife crime in schools, Cardiff has introduced new guidelines for screening students suspected of carrying weapons. The guidelines, believed to be the first of their kind in Wales, will require handheld scanners to be used on students under suspicion of carrying ... [More info]

Editor 6d ago

Two men in hospital and three arrested after disturbance on St Helen’s Road

South Wales Police said they were called to St Helen’s Road, Sandfields, at around 10.15pm (24 September).

Arrests

A 25‑year‑old man from Sandfields, a 23‑year‑old man from Waun Wen, and a 19‑year‑old man from Barry have all been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault and affray. They remain in custody.

Victims

Two men were taken to hospital with stab wounds. Police say both are in a stable condition.

Scene and disruption

A police cordon remained in place on Thursday morning, with officers warning of traffic disruption. The closure affects the first section of Richardson Street, where it meets St Helen’s Road, and extends around the pavement outside Madbuns Milkshakes and Mocktails.

Police statement

A South Wales Police spokesperson said:

“An investigation into this incident is currently ongoing. A scene is being held in the area alongside an increased police presence which may cause traffic disruption. Please avoid the area if you can.”

Appeal

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has mobile phone or dashcam footage, is asked to contact police quoting reference 2500307012.

Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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15-year-old boy fatally stabbed in Manchester, family mourns loss

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