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Crimes of Sussex necrophiliac killer could change funeral industry regulations
A report on the mortuary abuse by David Fuller, the Sussex murderer, emphasises the urgent need for an independent regulator in the funeral sector.
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Shape the future of West Sussex Fire and Rescue
West Sussex Fire Service has rolled out a new questionnaire to gather insights on the key risks that most concern residents and workers across the county.
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Go back to the 1980s with new exhibition at The Novium Museum, Chichester
There’s a new exhibition about the 1980's planned for the Novium Museum in Chichester.
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Man charged in Brighton bus and indecent exposure incident
A man has been charged after a bus was damaged and he was reported to have exposed himself in Brighton.
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Department for Transport funds the repair of 31.5 km of roads in West Sussex
Road bosses at West Sussex County Council say this year’s maintenance programme has ended, and the final scheme of works has been completed in Yapton.
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Man arrested after van smashed into Chichester Storefront
Police in Chichester say they have arrested a man following a report of a van going into a shop storefront in The Hornet.
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Van smashes through shop in Chichester
A van has crashed into a shop in Chichester, smashing through the front of 99 Bikes at around 9 last night.
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RESULT: Heene by-election
The Conservatives have taken another Worthing Borough Council seat following a second by-election win in three weeks.
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Portsmouth South MP launches campaign to cut NHS waiting lists
Portsmouth South MP Stephen Morgan has started a new campaign to tackle NHS waiting lists, highlighting the growing number of people facing long delays for treatment.
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Sussex Police Force taking part in awareness week to tackle hate crime
As National Hate Crime Awareness gets underway, Sussex Police are joining forces with local partners to shed light on the effects of hate crimes on both individuals and communities.
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Chichester MP's mission to tackle climate change
Chichester MP Jess Brown-Fuller has backed a new Climate and Nature Bill aimed at helping the UK meet its global climate and nature targets.
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Safer school streets in West Sussex
A scheme to restrict traffic on roads outside schools during peak hours has been extended by West Sussex County Council.
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West Sussex County Council children’s home recognised for making significant improvements
A children's home in Crawley has been praised for making rapid improvements in a short period of time.
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LISTEN: Hedgerows & Harvest Weekend at Weald & Downland Living Museum
You can learn about foraging for food, and historical food preservations in Chichester this weekend.
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VIEW: Northern Lights spotted across the South
People were treated to the stunning blue, green, and red colours of the Northern Lights last night.
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Southsea students and residents benefit from Priory School’s sports upgrade
A newly upgraded multi-sport facility is now available in Southsea, following a flooring and lighting refurbishment at the newly renamed Tom Prince Sports Centre and the sports hall at Priory School.
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WATCH: Bognor and Littlehampton MP hits out at government plans to introduce VAT on school fees
The MP for Bognor and Littlehampton has criticised government plans to introduce VAT on school fees, branding it a “tax on aspiration”.
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Free mentoring scheme for independent high street businesses in Chichester District
A new initiative has been launched to provide free, tailored support and coaching for independent retail and high street businesses across Chichester.
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Crawley man, 23, jailed for publishing explicit images of children online
A volunteer youth worker from Crawley has been jailed for publishing hundreds of indecent images of children on social media.
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Worthing Pier closed to the public
Storm damage has forced the temporary closure of Worthing Pier as a safety precaution.
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Sussex expat in Florida has no power as Hurricane Milton hits Orlando
Residents in Florida are grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, which has caused widespread damage and disruption.
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Plans to convert a Chichester office block into 60 flats
A prior approval application has been submitted to Chichester District Council regarding The Atrium, on Stockbridge Road.
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Did a tornado touch down in Emsworth and Hayling Island?
Residents in Emsworth and Hayling Island have been cleaning up after violent winds caused widespread destruction.
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Thieves steal £13,000 worth of cigarettes from Gosport supermarket
Thieves have stolen £13,000 worth of cigarettes in Gosport.
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Threat to council services in Hampshire
Final decisions will soon be made on the future of some services in Hampshire.
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Smell of sewage upsetting businesses in Southwick
Three months following the initial sewer blockage, the pungent smell of raw sewage still pervades Southwick.
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Appeal following linked criminal damage in Worthing
Number plates were removed from cars in Downsview Road, Lansdowne Road, Mannor Road, and Rowlands Road between 9.30pm and 10.30pm on Friday, 4 October.
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Littlehampton man charged following fatal M27 collision
A man from Littlehampton has been charged in connection with a fatal collision on the M27.
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Homes flooded in Hellingly
Homes have been flooded in the village of Hellingly near Hailsham.
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British Airways at Gatwick monitoring Hurricane Milton
British Airways, which operates out of Gatwick to Florida, says it is monitoring Hurricane Milton, which is due to make landfall in the coming hours.
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Tributes for much loved Chichester man
Tributes are pouring in for Declan Moody, a well-known figure in Chichester and Senior Community Warden, who has passed away.
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Arrest after Jewish memorial is damaged in Hove
A man has been arrested after a Jewish memorial was damaged in Palmeira Square, Hove.
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Improvements at West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service highlighted in latest HMICFRS report
West Sussex’s Chief Fire Officer has expressed her delight at the positive improvements noted in the latest inspection of the fire and rescue service, but admits there’s still work ahead.
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Portsmouth City Council signs pledges to become Council of Sanctuary
Portsmouth City Council has strengthened its commitment to supporting residents by signing a Council of Sanctuary pledge.
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Sussex expat in Florida anxiously waiting for Hurricane Milton
State officials say the hurricane could be one of the worst to hit after parts of Florida are still recovering from the last one just a few weeks ago.
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Southern Water to refund £31M
Southern Water has been ordered to refund £31 million to customers after missing crucial performance targets.
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Councils in the South want devolution from central government
Councils across the South are making a push for more autonomy, with many considering transferring powers from central government.
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Law at Chichester is number one for second year running in National Student Survey
For the second year running, the University of Chichester's Law School has been ranked first out of 112 institutions in the National Student Survey.
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Southampton man charged with vehicle interference
A 43-year-old man from Southampton has been charged with 14 counts of vehicle interference in the West End.
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West Sussex Waste Partnership continue efforts to increase recycling and reduce waste
The West Sussex Waste Partnership is rolling out the next phase of its ‘Think Before You Throw’ campaign, featuring a fresh series of engaging animations.
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Crawley councillors have given long-term protection to a number of trees on The Boulevard
In April, the borough council placed a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) on one false acacia and three silver maples, after RCP Parking Ltd said it planned to fell them.
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Applications for primary and junior school places in West Sussex are now open
Applications are currently being accepted for children who will be starting reception at primary and infant schools in West Sussex for the upcoming school year.
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Portsmouth Older Persons Energy Payment scheme announced by city council
Portsmouth pensioners may receive financial assistance following government cuts to the winter fuel payment.
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A teenager who attacked a woman in Brighton has been sent to jail
The 37-year-old woman was walking in Church Place on Saturday, the 25th of May, when the 17-year-old boy, whose name cannot be shared for legal reasons, got into an argument with her.
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Men sentenced in connection with football violence in Brighton
Three men from Sussex have been banned from attending football matches following a violent disturbance outside a pub in Brighton.
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SECAMB set for rollout of additional clinical hubs
Patients across the South are set to benefit from the launch of five new multi-disciplinary clinical hubs.
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Woman jailed for distraction burglary and drug offence in Portsmouth
A woman's been jailed for two years after stealing money and food from an elderly vulnerable couple in Portsmouth.
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Bigbelly bins in Bognor
Seventeen new “Bigbelly” bins have been installed in Bognor Regis town centre. They have been funded by Arun District Council’s share of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
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Chichester winter fuel motion
‘You don’t fill up a black hole by chucking the pensioners in it’. This was the message from one Chichester district councillor who called on the leader to write to the government urging a review of its decision to change who can receive Winter Fuel Payments.
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Terrapin rescued in Southampton
A red-eared terrapin has been rescued by a Southern Water ecologist at the Testwood Water Supply Works in Southampton.
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Lockdown at Heathfield Community College
Heathfield Community College had to go into lockdown. It's after intruders were reported on campus.
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Appeal following assault incident in Southwick
Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted assault in Southwick. It is reported a man drove towards three men and approached them with a hammer on The Twitten between 6.30pm and 9pm on 24 September.
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Award-winning actress helps cash strapped hospice in Crawley
Academy Award-winning actress Dame Judi Dench is lending her artistic talent to help raise funds for St Catherine's Hospice in Crawley.
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Better housing support needed for those leaving care in the South East
There’s growing pressure for improved housing support for 18 to 20-year-olds leaving care.
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Man remanded in custody charged with drug supply in Peacehaven
A man has been remanded in custody accused of supplying class A and B drugs in Peacehaven.
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Tractor and car collision near Emsworth
A tractor and a car have been involved in a collision on the A259 near Emsworth on the West Sussex and Hampshire border.
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Police raid home in Fareham
Fareham police have carried out a warrant in Holly Close, Park Gate, as part of an ongoing effort to tackle concerns about drug use and supply.
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A Bognor police constable has been honoured with two bravery awards.
PC Eryn Towns, while off-duty last year, spotted a man wielding a hammer on Berstead Street and successfully disarmed and detained him.
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Hundreds more children in Portsmouth helped to visit The D-Day Story
Hundreds more schoolchildren in Portsmouth will have the chance to experience the stories of World War II brought to life at The D-Day Story, thanks to new sponsorship.
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Regneration of Chichester Bus Depot
Chichester councillors have brought long-awaited plans to build a new bus depot in the city one step closer.
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Fake parking fines in Adur and Worthing
Residents in Adur and Worthing are being alerted to a mobile phone scam circulating in the area.
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Support for lifesaving dogs in Sussex
Lowland Rescue Search Dogs Sussex has been boosted by a £1,500 donation from housebuilder David Wilson Homes to support its lifesaving work.
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Havant residents have called for a more responsive council
In response, the Borough Council has introduced a new theme, "A Responsive Council," in its 2024 to 2028 Corporate Strategy.
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Sussex Police leave Safer Roads Partnership
Sussex Police has given notice that it will be leaving the Sussex Safer Roads Partnership.
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UPDATE: Cross in Hand crash
A man has died after a serious crash on the A267 near Heathfield yesterday.
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Protect homes from flooding in Funtington.
Southern Water continues its major work programme to protect homes from flooding near Chichester.
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Shoreham Airshow crash pilot attempts to get licence back
The pilot involved in the Shoreham Airshow crash, which claimed the lives of 11 men, is attempting to have his flying licence reinstated.
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Update: Man identified in Chichester assault investigation
Police investigating a report of an assault in Chichester say they have now identified a man they wished to speak with.
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Man charged with sexual assault following incident during flight to Gatwick
A man has been charged with sexual assault following an alleged incident on a flight to Gatwick Airport.
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MP visits Littlehampton Community Fridge
The MP for Bognor and Littlehampton says she is very concerned about the future of the Littlehampton Community Fridge.
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UPDATE: Four people have been seriously injured after a collision with a tanker and car at Cross in Hand
Police say the crash took place yesterday morning on the A267.
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Adult social care costs increase in West Sussex
West Sussex County Council faces a £22.8 million overspend this year.
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Six candidates have thrown their hats into the ring to become the newest Crawley councillor
A by-election was called for the Northgate & West Green ward after the town’s new MP resigned from the borough council.
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Police in Portsmouth are investigating a report of courier fraud
The incident happened last Wednesday around 9am, when a woman in her 70s from Portsmouth was spoken to over her phone by a man purporting a be a police officer in London investigating fraudulent transactions with Halifax Building Society.
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Man charged and remanded for drug possession and dealing in Brighton
A man has been charged and remanded in custody following reports of drug dealing in a Brighton neighbourhood.
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Major crash near Heathfield
Motorists on the A267 near Heathfield can expect long delays for several hours, according to police.
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New affordable homes for Westbourne
A community group near Emsworth is set to begin construction on 12 affordable social rent homes.
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Portsmouth MP backs Labour's Armed Forces plans
Portsmouth South MP has said the new Labour Government will tackle the crisis in Armed Forces recruitment.
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Appeal following assault on Worthing seafront
Police are appealing for information following an assault in Worthing.
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Driver sentenced for seriously injuring motorcyclist near Worthing
A driver who deliberately pursued and knocked over a motorcycle rider near Worthing has been sentenced.
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Pressure on the government to focus on knife crime in Sussex
The Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner has urged councillors to put pressure on the government to continue its focus on knife crime.
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Importing water from Norway to the South of England
We could soon be drinking water from Norway if a water company in the South goes ahead with plans.
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Flood alert for Shermanbury
Due to heavy rain, a flood alert continues for the River Adur East Branch near Shermanbury, north of Henfield.
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School crossings in Hampshire saved for now
Hampshire County Council says it will now pause plans to eliminate 17 school crossing patrols while it reviews the idea.
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Compensation for victims of West Sussex rogue trader
Trading Standards officers in West Sussex have secured thousands of pounds worth of compensation for five victims of a rogue builder.
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Day of police action to address serious violence and anti-social behaviour in Barnham and Chichester
Operation Parkside, in collaboration with partners including Arun and Chichester District Councils and British Transport Police, focused on a multi-agency effort at local train stations last Monday.
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265 new homes for Steyning
Outline plans to build up to 265 homes in Steyning have been approved by Horsham District Council.
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Motorcyclist confirmed dead after A27 collision near Worthing
A motorcyclist has died following a collision with a van near Worthing on Monday afternoon.
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Zombie-style knives and machetes surrendered in Sussex as part of national scheme
Over 150 items were handed in at Sussex police stations during a nationwide surrender of 'zombie' knives and machetes.
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Firefighters compete at Festival of Rescue in Portsmouth and Eastleigh
Firefighters from 28 UK services and three international teams will gather in Portsmouth and Eastleigh for the Festival of Rescue.
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Sisters sentenced for £80k theft conspiracy at Gatwick
Two sisters from Crawley have been jailed for their involvement in a high-value conspiracy to steal perfumes and cosmetics from London Gatwick Airport.
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Development for Martlets Shopping Centre in Burgess Hill
Mid Sussex District Council has voted to enter into a joint venture with NewRiver to develop a Burgess Hill shopping centre.
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A second man is charged with murder following a fatal assault in Chichester.
David Hallett had been out in the city enjoying an evening with workmates at The Dolphin and Anchor, in West Street on the 20th of June when a man assaulted him; despite CPR by paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Difficult choices for Adur and Worthing Councils
Adur and Worthing Councils are redesigning services to work more closely with their communities, aiming to secure their financial future.
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New era coming for Selsey Pavilion
It's an exciting year ahead as the venue has been closed as a cinema and entertainment venue for 50 years.
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Appeal following collision between a bike and electric scooter in Roedean
Police are appealing for information following a collision involving a bike and an electric scooter in Marine Drive at the junction of Roedean Road on September 11th at around 9.40pm.
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Memorial stone for murdered police officer from Goring-by-Sea
A memorial stone has been dedicated to a police officer, from Goring-by-Sea who was killed on duty.
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South prepares for flooding, power cuts and disruption to transport
There’s a yellow weather warning for rain in the South - it comes into force at 5pm today until 10am on Friday.
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West Sussex education care plan complaint
A shortage of educational psychologists has contributed to another complaint being upheld against West Sussex County Council.
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Police response at Chichester College after reports of man with knife
The incident took place last Wednesday at around 12:30 pm.