Weapons Cache Found in Sneinton Flat
Police swooped on a shared flat in St Stephen’s Road, Sneinton, at around 11am today (29 March). Inside a bedroom, officers uncovered a stash of prohibited weapons during a targeted raid.
Two Arrested on Weapons Charges
A 47-year-old woman and a 51-year-old man, both inside the property, were arrested on suspicion of possessing illegal weapons. They remain in police custody as the investigation continues.
Nottinghamshire Police Crack Down on Armed Crime
Chief Inspector Paul Hennessy said: “This was a proactive intelligence-based warrant and I’m pleased we have been able to arrest two suspects. It is always good news when we can take weapons off the streets and destroy them.”
“As this latest warrant shows, we are relentless in cracking down on weapon-enabled crime and reducing weapon availability in our communities.”
“We treat all reports of weapons possession with the utmost severity and will do everything we can to keep people safe and bring offenders to justice.”
“Thanks to the public for providing vital information that helps us take proactive action like this.”
Police Urge Public to Share Information
Footage remains ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 210 of 29 March 2023. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.