Feb 18 - Two Local Men Arrested In Firearms Investigations – RGP Remind Public Of Dangers Of BB Guns
Officers of the RGP’s Operations Division yesterday arrested a 19 year old local man on suspicion of being in possession of a firearm.
The man was released on bail following the search of a residence which led to the seizure of a BB gun case, pellets associated with a BB gun and a radio transceiver.
In a separate incident, a 35 year old local man was arrested on suspicion of being in possession of a firearm following a search of a local residence on Tuesday. A number BB gun type pellets were also seized. He was later released on bail.
The RGP is reminding the public that possession of imitation firearms “can constitute an offence as does the possession of BB guns” adding that these weapons are “capable of causing serious injury.”
A police spokesperson added: “In addition such weapons can be easily confused by the public and police officers alike, who may believe them to be real firearms. This can have serious consequences.”
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