Guardian Taskforce: Man charged after weapons recovered

A man has been charged after we seized multiple weapons including zombie knives from an address in Walsall.

After receiving information, officers from our Guardian Taskforce attended an address Cope Street, Walsall, on Sunday (14 June), where a man was arrested.

Two zombie knives, two machetes and an air rifle were recovered from the property.

Lee Treadwell has now been charged with possession of an offensive weapon and importing prohibited goods.

The 29-year-old will be appearing before Dudley Magistrates Court on 14 July.

Project Guardian is a specialist taskforce which tackles knife crime and youth violence.

There is particular emphasis on reducing knife crime through a range of tactics, from plain-clothed operations to high visibility patrols and positive engagement with young people.

We take knife crime and carrying a weapon seriously. If you know someone who is carrying a weapon, please call us on 101 to report it.

You can also talk to us online or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.