Blacktown Zombie Knife Confiscation – Facing Prohibited Weapon Charges

In a high-visibility operation in Blacktown on 31 July 2025, NSW Police seized a 50cm "zombie knife" from a 17-year-old boy and recovered another knife allegedly discarded by a 19-year-old man during a brief foot chase. Both individuals were arrested and charged with possession of a prohibited weapon without lawful authority. The teenager was granted conditional bail to appear before the Children's Court, while the 19-year-old was refused bail and is due to reappear at Blacktown Local Court.

Prohibited Weapons

Under the Weapons Prohibition Act 1998 (NSW), certain knives, including zombie knives, are classified as prohibited weapons. Possessing a prohibited weapon without a valid permit is a serious indictable offence, carrying a maximum penalty of 14 years imprisonment.