22/10/2025
Man Arrested After Replica Firearm Found In Lisburn
A man, aged in his 30s, has been arrested on suspicion of carrying a replica firearm in a public place in the Lisburn area.
The investigation began after officers received a report on Sunday, 19 October 2025, that a man was seen brandishing a weapon at the rear of a property. There were no reports of any shots being fired.
A planned search of a property was carried out yesterday afternoon, Tuesday, 21 October 2025, where an imitation firearm was located and recovered by police.
The man remains in police custody assisting with ongoing enquiries.
Detectives are appealing for anyone who has information that could assist their investigation to contact CID in Lisburn by calling 101, quoting reference number 1146 of 21/10/25.
The investigation began after officers received a report on Sunday, 19 October 2025, that a man was seen brandishing a weapon at the rear of a property. There were no reports of any shots being fired.
A planned search of a property was carried out yesterday afternoon, Tuesday, 21 October 2025, where an imitation firearm was located and recovered by police.
Detectives are appealing for anyone who has information that could assist their investigation to contact CID in Lisburn by calling 101, quoting reference number 1146 of 21/10/25.
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