St Catherine higgler charged following illegal gun seizure
Published:Wednesday | August 25, 2021 | 10:14 AM
St Catherine higgler George King was arrested and charged on Tuesday following the seizure of an illegal gun at his home on Morrison Street in Spanish Town.
The 39-year-old man, who goes by the alias 'Charlie', was charged with illegal possession of firearm and ammunition.
His court date is being arranged.
The police report that about 4:50 a.m., members of the Specialized Operations Branch conducted a targeted operation in the area.
During a search of King's premises, a Smith and Wesson 9mm pistol with a magazine containing five 9mm cartridges was found on his veranda, according to the police.
King was subsequently taken into custody.
The police say he later gave a statement following which he was charged.
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