Woman Charged After Police Seize Four Firearms in Coventry Raid
A 32-year-old woman has been charged after West Midlands Police recovered four firearms and ammunition from a Coventry home.
Police Raid Uncovers Revolver and Sawn-Off Shotguns
Acting on intelligence, officers executed a search warrant at a property on Uxbridge Avenue on the evening of Friday, 25 April. The raid yielded a revolver, a pistol, two sawn-off shotguns, and a quantity of ammunition.
Katie Baxendale Arrested and Charged with Five Firearm Offences
Katie Baxendale was arrested at the scene and now faces five separate charges related to possession of firearms and ammunition. She appeared before Coventry Magistrates’ Court today and was remanded in custody. Her next court hearing is scheduled for 29 May 2025.
Police Urge Public to Come Forward with Information
“This recovery demonstrates our commitment to tackling illegal firearms and protecting our communities. We encourage anyone with information about illegal weapons to come forward,” said a West Midlands Police spokesperson.
The investigation into this case is ongoing as police continue to crack down on organised crime in the region.
