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Man Charged After Knife Incident In Shanklin

A man has been charged following a serious incident in Shanklin.

On Friday (17) police and specialist firearm officers attended an incident in Shanklin.

It was report that a male with knives had been threatening people.

Police on the Island also had further support from additional firearms officers who came over from the mainland.

On Facebook, Isle of Wight Police said:

Benjamin Entwistle, 34 from Shanklin was charged and remanded in to police custody last night (18/12) and attended court today for the following 7 offences:

  • Common Assault
  • Affray
  • Possession of a bladed article in a public place
  • Possession of Cannabis
  • Racially Aggravated S4a Public Order
  • S4a Public Order
  • S4a Public Order

Police Sergeant Radford added:

“You may be unaware how much time and admin goes in to an investigation. This incident needed quick and detailed work, speaking to victims and witnesses and gathering other evidence.”

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