A man has been arrested for carrying 18 knives, including large machetes and zombie knives, during a police crackdown on gang violence.
The 23-year-old suspect was stopped and searched by police outside Edmonton Green station, who believe the weapons were destined for south London gangs, at around 2pm on Monday.
After resisting being searched, officers discovered 18 knives as well as a quantity of class A and B drugs in a drawstring bag.
He was arrested on suspicion of possession of offensive weapons and with intent to supply class A and B drugs.
The Met Police said he remains in custody at a north London police station.
Detective Inspector Lewis Sanderson, who led the operation, said: “Time and again, knife crime and gang violence have terrible far-reaching consequences that affect both the victims and the communities around them.
“That is why the Met’s operation to crack down on gangs and knife crime is so important, and it is why communities stand firm with us in this determination.
“This arrest is a welcome step towards removing weapons off our streets and tackling gang violence.
“We are committed to making the capital a safer place, by reducing crime that impacts individuals, our communities and businesses.”
