Another knife has been taken off the streets of Waltham Forest as police continue to search areas for the weapons.

The large blade was discovered in Leyton yesterday by PCs Demetriou and Ellis, although the exact location was not revealed.

Officers have taken a number of knives off the streets of the borough in recent weeks, including a ‘zombie knife’.

Police have explained how knives and other items are stashed in public areas by people trying to avoid being caught with them in their possession.