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Hammer, knife and knuckle duster found on train passenger in Bloxwich

A hammer, knife, knuckle duster and cannabis were found on a train passenger when he was stopped by police in Staffordshire.

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The hammer found by police

Officers rushed to Cannock Rail Station last night to reports of men with weapons, and then followed the train to Bloxwich.

A man was identified by police and the weapons and drugs were found during a search.

An 18-year-old man was arrested after the incident.

The Black Country's British Transport Police tweeted saying: "Officers blue lighted to reports of males with weapons at Cannock Railway Station @CannockPolice @StaffsPolice #weapon.

"Officers met the train at Bloxwich. One male was quickly identified and searched. Found to be in possession of these items and cannabis #yamnicked Great joint working with @CannockPolice. #saferneighbourhood #jointworking."

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