Amnesty for knives and ninja swords ahead of ban on August 1

CROYDON Council is backing a national Government campaign to reduce the number of dangerous weapons on the streets, by encouraging residents to hand them in safely and anonymously.

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Starting this month, people in Croydon will have the opportunity to safely dispose of weapons, such as knives and ninja swords, with no questions asked and without fear of prosecution.

Dedicated surrender bins are located in:

■West Croydon station car park - 10 London Road, CRO 2TA

■Outside New Addington Library - 61 Central Parade, CRO OJD

Garnet Road car park - Thornton Health, CR7 8RD

■Croydon University Hospital car park - Thornton Heath, CR7 7YE (under installation)

A fully secure mobile van will also be at the following locations: