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You may have noticed some digital boards across Cleveland today, displaying some stark facts about knife crime in Cleveland over the last year.
The force is embarking on a day of action today, executing warrants and carrying out arrest attempts for those believed to be involved in serious violence.
Knife crime figures continue to rise and this is a concern for officers. Today's action is about removing dangerous knives and weapons from our streets, targeting those who are involved in violent crime and making our communities safer.
For more information on how we are tackling knife crime, please visit Carrying a blade doesn't give you an edge | Cleveland Police