Polish Man Busted Smuggling 61 Pistols at Dover Port
Hidden Arsenal Discovered in Vehicle
A Polish national, Eryk Mariusz Kiler, was caught red-handed with a stash of 61 self-loading pistols and loaded magazines hidden in his car at the Port of Dover. Border Force officers seized the deadly cargo on 15 May during a thorough vehicle inspection.
National Crime Agency Steps In
The case has been handed over to the National Crime Agency (NCA), which promptly charged Kiler with firearms smuggling. The NCA praised Border Force officers for their role in the significant bust.
“This charge follows an NCA investigation after Border Force officers found the weapons and ammunition concealed in a vehicle at Dover. The NCA and partners at home and abroad do everything possible to fight the threat of the criminal use of firearms.”
One of the Biggest UK Port Firearms Seizures
This haul marks one of the largest single illegal firearm seizures at a UK port in recent memory. It highlights growing fears about organised crime gangs smuggling weapons into Britain. The timing is critical as gun crime concerns spike nationwide.
Ongoing Investigations and Court Dates
- Kiler is now remanded in custody and will face court soon.
- Authorities remain tight-lipped on where the guns were headed or details of his journey.
- The investigation continues alongside international police to track the guns’ origin and intended users.
- Further arrests have not been ruled out as the probe unfolds.
This dramatic bust sends a clear message to criminals: Britain’s borders are no soft target for gun smuggling.
