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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Barney Davis

American tourist’s excuse for carrying a knife in UK town

United States United Kingdom
  • A US tourist was arrested in Herne Bay, UK, for openly carrying a knife.
  • The tourist, from an open-carry state in the US, claimed he was unaware of UK knife laws and carried the knife for protection.
  • He was arrested and given a community resolution, during which UK knife laws were explained.
  • The incident occurred while the tourist was sunbathing and listening to music.
  • He reportedly picked up the steak knife from his rental property's kitchen.
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