Merseyside secures first two SVROs since pilot began

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Merseyside secures first two SVROs since pilot began

Sarah Dowson pleaded guilty to possessing an offensive weapon in a public place, while Vivian Holland admitted to three counts of possessing a knife blade in a public place.

Date - 14th June 2023
By - Cash Boyle

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One of the first two recipients of a Serious Violence Reduction Order (SVRO) is in custody after allegedly breaching its terms, a move which Merseyside Police says should serve as a "clear warning". Last week, Merseyside became the...

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