A man has been charged after a knuckle duster was seized by police.

It follows a proactive stop by police on Twyford Road, Eastleigh shortly after 3am on Friday, July 5.

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Matthew Sargant, 29, of Park View Road, Eastleigh, has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon.

He was released on bail to appear at Southampton Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, August 29.