Sunderland man tried to hide 12-inch machete down his trousers

Lee Fenbow admitted to being found in possession of a bladed article but denied assaulting an emergency worker at South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court.
By Ryan Smith
Published 28th Aug 2020, 13:25 BST
Updated 1st Sep 2020, 09:06 BST
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Fenbow, of Norton Road in Southwick was found on Hylton Lane on July 27 in possession of a 12-inch machete, which he had tried to hide down his trousers.

The court heard that the 30-year-old was arrested by officers and became aggressive when he was brought into custody.

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Lee Fenbow denied trying to bite a police officer but admitted to having possession of a 12-inch machete.Lee Fenbow denied trying to bite a police officer but admitted to having possession of a 12-inch machete.
Lee Fenbow denied trying to bite a police officer but admitted to having possession of a 12-inch machete.
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He had to be restrained by four police officers, during which it is claimed that Fenbow went to bite one of the officers on the knee, something he denies doing.

District Judge Kate Meek requested that body cam CCTV footage from the officers be examined by both the prosecution and the defence before any trial or sentencing takes place.

The case was adjourned until September 11 where it will be heard at South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court.

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