Gun and drugs seized after knife sighting in Sheffield
Saleh Mordi was stopped by police last October in Abbeydale Road, Sheffield, after reports of a man carrying a knife.
Illegal stash uncovered
When searched, officers found cannabis, wraps of crack cocaine, and a hefty amount of cash on Mordi. They also discovered a bag containing a handgun – a converted blank firing weapon capable of serious harm.
Abusive and threatening behaviour
Detective Inspector Ronayne from the Armed Crime Team said:
“Mordi was in possession of some dangerous items, not least a loaded firearm and Class A drugs.”
“He was abusive and obstructive during the search and made racially abusive threats while in custody.”
Harsh prison sentence handed down
On Friday 21 April, Mordi pleaded guilty to possession of a prohibited weapon, ammunition, Class A and B drugs, criminal property, and racially aggravated public order offences.
He was jailed for eight years and 11 months.
Police vow to fight violent crime
The Armed Crime Team’s investigation is part of South Yorkshire Police’s ongoing mission to disrupt serious violent crime in the region.
