POLICE are hunting for the owner of a large knife which was found after a search of a home in Birchwood.

Officers were called to the property after concerns were raised for the safety of the occupants and discovered a number of items including the blade.

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If you have any information about who the knife belongs to contact police on 101 quoting reference IML 462494.