Op Deter conviction for knife possession and drug offence

Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a man has been convicted of possession of a knife and possession of a class B drug in Milton Keynes.

Jack Tredwell, aged 21, of North Tenth Street, Milton Keynes, pleaded guilty last Monday (15/1) to one count of possession of a knife blade/sharp pointed object in a public place and one count of possession of cannabis, in a hearing at Milton Keynes Magistrates’ Court.

On 14 January, officers stopped and searched Tredwell in Conniburrow, and they located a large hunting knife in his rucksack, alongside a quantity of cannabis.

He was arrested and was charged the same day while in custody under the force’s Operation Deter principles.

Appearing in court the following day (15/1), Tredwell admitted both offences and was remanded into custody to re-appear for sentencing at the same court on 6 February.

PC David Sutton, based at Milton Keynes police station, said: “This result is another excellent example of Thames Valley Police’s Operation Deter bringing about a swift charge, remand and conviction.

“It was great team response which has resulted in a dangerous individual and a lethal weapon being removed from the streets.

“Operation Deter is our robust approach to seeking swift charge and remand, and I am please we managed to charge and remand Tredwell straight into custody.

“Knife carrying will not be tolerated in Milton Keynes. Carrying a knife is a high-risk offence, and there can be harsh penalties for those who do. There are no more second chances.

“Tredwell will now face sentencing for these offences, and I hope this conviction will reassure our communities that we will continue to robustly pursue those who carry knives.”