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Rugby students forge art from confiscated knives in anti-crime project
Overview
Students at Ashlawn School in Rugby have created a sculpture of a phoenix from confiscated knives as part of the 'Cut the Cycle' anti-crime project. Working with a professional blacksmith and Warwickshire Crimebeat's Young High Sheriff Programme, the pupils transformed surrendered blades into public art to raise awareness about the dangers of carrying a knife.
Key points
- Pupils at Ashlawn School in Rugby created a sculpture depicting a phoenix surrounded by knife handles.
- The artwork was forged from blades handed into amnesty bins, working alongside a professional blacksmith.
- The initiative is part of the school's 'Cut the Cycle' project, developed through Warwickshire Crimebeat's Young High Sheriff Programme.
- Students also created a dedicated website, produced a short film, and delivered awareness activities for the anti-knife crime campaign.