British Transport Police has deployed a RISK P1 Portable Knife Arch as part of Operation Fireglow which is run in conjunction with Dorset Police. As part of the operation, the knife arch was run by both uniformed and plain clothes police officers from the BTP. The goal of this was to tackle those carrying knives and behaving antisocially in Bournemouth Gardens, Pier Approach and the wider town.
During Operation Fireglow, Dorset Police officers conducted various enforcement actions throughout the evening and night. They made four arrests, issued a community resolution, performed six stop searches, and handed out two dispersal notices, directing individuals to leave the town. Officers also searched for a missing person and responded to reports of parties on Bournemouth beach.
Additionally, British Transport Police (BTP) officers carried out six searches, resulting in three individuals being dealt with for drug possession.
Inspector Ady Thompson, of Bournemouth Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “Operation Fireglow is designed to engage with people, show we’re accessible and try to prevent suspected crime from happening through highly visible foot patrols in hotspot locations to deal with minor issues before they escalate into more significant incidents. The operation takes place every weekend to ensure we make Dorset as safe as possible for residents and visitors.
“The results show that we’re determined to do all we can to prevent reports of anti-social behaviour and crime, particularly those involving knives and joint operations of this nature aim to send a message that knives aren’t welcome in Dorset and we will tackle those looking to behave antisocially to ensure the town is a welcoming place for all.
During the operation, officers collaborated with licensed venues to implement knife arches and conduct ‘wanding’ of customers, ensuring that no weapons were brought inside.
The RISK P1 is notable for its modular design, allowing it to be quickly assembled and disassembled, making it suitable for rapid deployment at various locations such as town centers and stadiums.
This device has gained popularity in the UK, used by police, security services, private companies, and schools. It features 24 detection zones, a 12000mAh battery, IP67 rain cover, and up to 255 sensitivity levels.
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