As part of their attempts to reduce knife crime and raise awareness about knife related violence, the Surrey Police Force sent officers from the Reigate and Banstead Safer Neighbourhood Team to vist East Surrey College.
During the visit, the Surrey Police deployed their RISK P1 Portable Knife arch at the college enabling students to pass through it and experience what a knife search feels like.
The event, which included precautionary measures such as bag searches and a metal detector, gave students and staff a real insight into some of the steps being taken to tackle the issue.
College Principal and CEO Lindsay Pamphilon said: “We are delighted to be building on our partnership with Surrey Police to increase understanding around this issue and provide a secure and positive environment for all.”
Sergeant Phil Murgatroyd of the Surrey Police Force added: “Our pro-active knife crime awareness operations really help to educate young people on the consequences of carrying weapons.”
Recent engagement events with the Police have included talks, rounds of table tennis and a County Lines Awareness event where students attended workshops and met Hector the trainee ‘sniffer’ puppy.
Through these activities, the College is developing positive relationships with the Police, creating awareness and de-mystifying stereotypes.
The RISK P1 is distinguished by its modular design, enabling rapid assembly and disassembly, which makes it ideal for quick deployment in various locations such as town centers and stadiums. This versatility has made it popular across the UK, where it is utilized by police forces, security services, private companies, and educational institutions.
The device boasts 24 detection zones, a powerful 12000mAh battery, an IP67-rated rain cover for outdoor use, and up to 255 adjustable sensitivity levels.
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