December 13th 2024.
Ten individuals have been charged by the NSW Police after a recent knife scanning operation in the heart of Sydney. The operation, which took place from 1 pm to 11 am yesterday at Central Station, saw 386 people stopped by officers, resulting in twelve individuals being searched. As a result, five knives and four weapons were confiscated, and ten people were arrested and charged.
One particularly concerning incident involved a 41-year-old man who allegedly drew a Taser from his waistband when being searched by police. His 30-year-old female companion was also searched, and police reportedly discovered a taser, two slingshots, and a knife in her possession. Both individuals were promptly arrested and taken to different police stations for further processing.
The man was charged with possession of a weapon and two counts of affray at Surry Hills Police Station, while the woman was charged with three counts of possessing a weapon and having a knife in public at Day Street Police Station. They were both refused bail and are set to appear in Downing Centre Local Court today.
In another incident, a 22-year-old man was stopped and searched by police, who allegedly found a knife and drug paraphernalia in his bag. Both items were seized, and the man was issued a court attendance notice for the possession of a knife in a public area. He is scheduled to appear in Downing Centre Local Court on January 29.
These incidents serve as a reminder of the importance of these knife scanning operations in keeping the community safe. With the recent rise in violent crimes involving weapons, it is crucial for law enforcement to take proactive measures to prevent such incidents from occurring. The NSW Police will continue to monitor and conduct these operations to ensure the safety of all individuals in Sydney's CBD and beyond.
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