Whitehaven Man Sentenced for Knife and Amphetamine Possession
Ryan Bennett Caught with Blade and Drugs
Ryan Bennett, 35, of Brakeside Gardens, Whitehaven, was sentenced at Carlisle Crown Court for carrying a bladed article in public and possessing a Class B drug, amphetamine.
Police Called After Suspicious Behaviour
The charges stem from an incident on 1 Road, Whitehaven, on 22 March 2020 at around 5:30pm. Officers were called to the scene after concerns about Bennett’s behaviour.
When police arrived, Bennett resisted arrest. A search uncovered a bag of white powder and a knife nearby.
Officer Issues Stark Warning on Knife Crime
Constable Paul Kearns said, “This is a great result and thankfully Bennett didn’t use the knife on anyone. Carrying a knife can have fatal consequences and we will not tolerate this happening in our communities.”
He added, “I hope that the prison sentence sends a clear message to anyone considering carrying a knife – if you do, we will do everything possible to remove you from society and ensure you serve time behind bars.”
