Man Arrested in Birmingham After Gun Sighting in Stechford
A man has been arrested and a suspected firearm seized by police in Birmingham in the early hours of November 1.
Police Act After Public Spot Gun on Station Road
Just after midnight, officers were alerted by a member of the public who spotted a man walking along Station Road in #Stechford carrying what appeared to be a gun.
The suspect moved onto Lyttelton Road, where armed officers detained him swiftly.
Firearm Recovered, 41-Year-Old Held on Firearms Offences
Officers recovered a suspected firearm nearby. The 41-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of firearms offences and remains in police custody.
Operation Target Cracks Down on Crime Across Birmingham
Police reaffirm their commitment to clearing guns off Birmingham’s streets. This arrest is part of Operation Target—a city-wide fight against serious crime including drug dealing, burglary, cyber-crime, and fraud.
Authorities urge anyone with information about organised crime to contact them via 101, 1 Chat, or dial 999 in an emergency. Reports can also be made anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
