Terrifying 'butterfly sword' discovered at Hartlepool home following police search

Police inquiries are ongoing after a butterfly sword was found by officers as they searched a Hartlepool home.
By Sophie Brownson
Published 8th Jan 2021, 12:13 BST
Updated 8th Jan 2021, 12:14 BST
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Police officers made the alarming discovery while searching an address on Jutland Road in Hartlepool on Thursday, January 7.

Cleveland Police had a warrant to search the property following a number of reports of crime and anti-social behaviour at the premises.

No arrests were made however inquiries are ongoing.

Police discovered a butterfly sword while searching a house on Jutland Road in Hartlepool. Image by Cleveland Police/Google Maps.Police discovered a butterfly sword while searching a house on Jutland Road in Hartlepool. Image by Cleveland Police/Google Maps.
Police discovered a butterfly sword while searching a house on Jutland Road in Hartlepool. Image by Cleveland Police/Google Maps.
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A Hartlepool Neighbourhood Police Team spokesman said: “We urge our residents to continue to report such concerns to us so we can take appropriate action.”

Anyone with concerns can contact Cleveland Police via the 101 number or via Crimestoppers anonymously at www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by phoning 0800 555 111.

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