Police seize illegal firearm in Linstead, man arrested
The Linstead police have arrested and charged a man following the seizure of an illegal gun in the Charlemont community.
According to police reports, about 11:00 a.m. on May 31, police personnel swooped down on the premises occupied by the suspect.
A search was conducted during which a nine milli-metre semi automatic pistol was allegedly seized.
The male suspect was subsequently taken into custody on suspicion of possession of a prohibited weapon.
His name has being withheld pending a question and answer session with legal representation.
- Rasbert Turner
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