Sgt Spellman, of the patrol investigations unit, said: “We take a zero tolerance [approach] to bladed articles in public, and Bray has fallen afoul of this.

“It is possible to find fidget toys that aren’t six-inch blades. It is possible not to walk down the street holding them out in front of you. With a bit more self-awareness, Bray could have avoided contact with us completely.”

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    4 months ago

    “We take a zero tolerance [approach] to bladed articles in public, and Bray has fallen afoul of this."

    Come on, this is ridiculous. Can I carry a chisel? A utility knife? An ice skate? A screwdriver? A lawnmower? A stirrup hoe? Those are all bladed articles. This is on the level of what this man did.

    Give him a fine and move on.