20/05/2024

Appeal For Information After Man Seen With A Firearm

The PSNI have issued an appeal for information following reports of a man seen brandishing a suspected firearm in the Falls Road area on the morning of Saturday 18th May.

At approximately 8.15am, it was reported that a man had been seen with what was believed to have been a handgun in the vicinity of the Cullingtree Road.

Officers attended and approached the man and seized two imitation firearms from his possession.
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Detective Sergeant Magee said: "The man, aged in his 50s, was subsequently arrested on suspicion of firearms offences. He remains in police custody at this time.

"I am appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the man in the area this morning or to anyone with CCTV, dash–cam or other footage that may assist with enquiries to contact police on 101 quoting reference 358 of 18/05/24."

You can also make a report online atwww.psni.police.uk/report

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