18-Year-Old Arrested After Roof Gun Scare in Southampton
Police have arrested an 18-year-old man tonight on suspicion of possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
Gun-Like Weapons Spotted on Store Roofs
Officers were called at 3.41pm today (Aug 29) after reports of two people carrying what looked like long-barrelled firearms on rooftops along Above Bar Street.
Armed police swiftly deployed and launched a thorough search of the area.
Victim Shot in the Leg with Air Weapon
A 21-year-old Southampton man later came forward, reporting he was shot in the leg—believed to be by an air weapon. Thankfully, his injury is not serious.
The 18-year-old suspect remains in police custody as inquiries continue to locate the second individual seen on the roofs.
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Images
Officers thank members of the public who reported the incident and those who have stepped forward as witnesses.
They have asked anyone with photos or videos—especially those circulating on social media—to contact them rather than share the images. These could be vital evidence.
Get in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference 44200332797.
