02/07/2024
Taxi Driver Jailed For Threatening Man With Firearm
A 49-year-old taxi driver who used an imitation firearm to threaten a man has been jailed for 10 months.
At Laganisde Crown Court, Brian Stalford, was sentenced to 10 months in custody and 10 months on licence, having previouwly pled guilty to possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.
Welcoming the sentencing, Detective Sergeant Hughes said: "On 1st June 2023, footage of a vehicle dash cam pertaining to a Fonacab taxi driver was shared across social media platforms. The footage shows the taxi driver threatening another male in the front passenger seat with what appeared to be a suspected firearm. Following the circulation of the video, the taxi driver was identified by Police as Mr Stalford and arrested at his home address.
"Today's sentencing sends a message that the possession or use of firearms, imitation or otherwise, is unacceptable in any modern society. We are committed to apprehending perpetrators and this demonstrates our commitment towards tackling violence against any member of the public who finds themselves in harm's way."
At Laganisde Crown Court, Brian Stalford, was sentenced to 10 months in custody and 10 months on licence, having previouwly pled guilty to possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.
Welcoming the sentencing, Detective Sergeant Hughes said: "On 1st June 2023, footage of a vehicle dash cam pertaining to a Fonacab taxi driver was shared across social media platforms. The footage shows the taxi driver threatening another male in the front passenger seat with what appeared to be a suspected firearm. Following the circulation of the video, the taxi driver was identified by Police as Mr Stalford and arrested at his home address.
"Today's sentencing sends a message that the possession or use of firearms, imitation or otherwise, is unacceptable in any modern society. We are committed to apprehending perpetrators and this demonstrates our commitment towards tackling violence against any member of the public who finds themselves in harm's way."
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
15 August 2006
New laws to improve NI taxis
The Environment Minister David Cairns has today announced a consultation on new laws to regulate taxis in Northern Ireland.
New laws to improve NI taxis
The Environment Minister David Cairns has today announced a consultation on new laws to regulate taxis in Northern Ireland.
13 November 2020
New Support Fund Announced For Taxi-Drivers
A new £14 million support scheme for taxi-drivers has been announced by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon.
New Support Fund Announced For Taxi-Drivers
A new £14 million support scheme for taxi-drivers has been announced by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon.
28 October 2014
New Test For Taxi Drivers Introduced
A test for new taxi drivers is to be introduced later this week, it has been announced. From 31 October, new taxi drivers will be required to pass a Taxi Driver Theory and Practical Driving Test, the DOE has said. The test will affect new entrants to the industry.
New Test For Taxi Drivers Introduced
A test for new taxi drivers is to be introduced later this week, it has been announced. From 31 October, new taxi drivers will be required to pass a Taxi Driver Theory and Practical Driving Test, the DOE has said. The test will affect new entrants to the industry.
19 June 2014
New Taxi Regulations Outlined
From January next year, taxi customers will be able to hail all cabs, black or otherwise, in the street, rather than having to secure a booking beforehand. The news comes as Environment Minister Mark H Durkan outlines the timescales for new legislation affecting taxis to be brought in.
New Taxi Regulations Outlined
From January next year, taxi customers will be able to hail all cabs, black or otherwise, in the street, rather than having to secure a booking beforehand. The news comes as Environment Minister Mark H Durkan outlines the timescales for new legislation affecting taxis to be brought in.
02 June 2023
Man Arrested After Police Launch Investigation Over Taxi Gun Video
Police investigating a video showing video footage of a taxi driver with a suspected gun have arrested a 48-year-old man. The suspect was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of a number of offences which include possession of a firearm or imitation firearm.
Man Arrested After Police Launch Investigation Over Taxi Gun Video
Police investigating a video showing video footage of a taxi driver with a suspected gun have arrested a 48-year-old man. The suspect was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of a number of offences which include possession of a firearm or imitation firearm.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.