Boy caught with knife and cannabis after offensive gesture to police officers on Sheffield estate

A boy was found to be carrying cannabis when he was stopped by police officers in Southey Green, Sheffield

The 17-year-old made the gesture as he cycled past two police officers patrolling Southey Green yesterday afternoon.

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"Maybe he thought the fact he was on his pushbike gave him the belief that giving them the finger was okay and he'd get away anyway, even if they did chase him.

"I'm sure you can see where this story is going. Not only did he commit a pointlessly stupid public order offence, along with cycling offences during his disastrous escape plan, he was also found to be in possession of a potentially lethal blade and Class B drug following his capture on Kyle Crescent."

He added: "As a neighbourhood team, we will not turn a blind eye. If you see us, give us a wave and a smile, if you don't like us and don't wish to - fair enough. We have and we will continue to take the strongest stance against the carrying of knives and use of drugs on our community streets."