London: A ban on the sale of so-called "zombie knives" is set to come into force in England and Wales this week after police found that the weapon, inspired by horror films, was becoming increasingly popular among criminals.
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The zombie knives or curved blades with serrated edges are often sold as collectors&rsquo; items, but police say criminals are increasingly carrying them. Last year, a north London teenager was killed with one of the weapons. Safeguarding minister Sarah Newton said the ban would "keep communities safe".
Sold under brand names like "head splitter" and&nbsp;"zombie killer", the weapons can be bought on the Internet for as little as 8 pounds.
Product descriptions suggest they are for use in horror-film situations like "defending oneself from the undead", or as part of an "apocalypse kit". The new legislation, banning the sale, manufacture, rental or importation of zombie knives will take effect on Thursday. Anyone caught breaking the law will face up to four years in prison, the BBC reported. Carrying a knife in public without good reason is already illegal across the&nbsp;UK. The legal change in England and Wales will outlaw selling, manufacturing, renting or importing zombie knives.&nbsp;

A ban on the sale of so-called&nbsp;"zombie knives"&nbsp;is set to come into force in England and Wales this week after police found that the weapon, inspired by horror films, was becoming increasingly popular among criminals

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