An eight-inch knife has been found in Petts Wood, Orpington, after a weapons sweep by police.

Police found the blade near the car park of Petts Wood Recreation Ground.

Officers from Petts Wood and Chelsfield units have removed the knife from the area.

Farnborough & Crofton Police tweeted: “Weapons sweep conducted with @MPSPettsWood and @MPSChelsfield

“This 8" knife was found near the car park of Petts Wood Recreation Ground. #1544SN”

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