For the second time this month, a rare stop and search order will be active across the city from 3 pm today (11/04).
The order known as Section 60 gives Thames Valley Police the ability to stop and search any individual without needing to suspect they are carrying a weapon across the whole borough.
The activation of the order is in response to an incident that occurred just after midnight in Kingsfold, Bradville, where it was reported that there was a group of offenders armed with weapons, believed to be knives and baseball bats.
A 17-year-old boy was hit to the head leaving him unconscious. He was taken to hospital where he remains.
Thames Valley Police have since released a statement about the incident.
Inspector Mark Lacey, of Milton Keynes police station, said: “The force has authorised a Section 60 order after this incident that took place just after midnight, whereby a group of offenders were seen to be in possession of weapons, and a 17-year-old was knocked unconscious.
“Section 60 orders enhance officers powers to stop and search, allowing them to search people without needing to suspect that they may be carrying weapons.
“The order is put in place to prevent further violence from happening, and the decision to implement the order is not taken lightly. It is in place for 24 hours, but it can be extended further if deemed necessary.
“I would encourage the public to feel reassured that this order is being put into place rather than alarmed, and if anyone wishes to speak to an officer then please do so."
The Police are currently appealing for witnesses in regards to last night's incident, anyone with any information is asked to contact Thames Valley Police via 101 quote incident number: 43210151253.
