Police made three arrests during a special screen arch operation at a Wandsworth college.
Twenty officers took part in the initiative at South Thames College last Thursday as they screened more than 1,600 students.
The three arrests were for possession with intent to supply and having an offensive weapon, cannabis possession and possession of an offensive weapon.
Sergeant Frank Brennan, of Fairfield safer neighbourhoods team, said: “I think it is fair to say that this operation was a huge success and is evidence of the close working relationship that my team and the schools officers have with both staff and learners from South Thames College.
“My message to those individuals who are found in possession of knives or other weapons or controlled substances is simple and clear - ‘you will be arrested and suspended from college’.”
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