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Two boys arrested on suspicion of carrying a firearm have been released

News | Tom Hicks | Published: 13:55, Wednesday October 25th, 2023.
Last updated: 14:05, Wednesday October 25th, 2023

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A police car and helicopter was spotted over the woodland area next to Lansbury Park earlier this afternoon
A police helicopter was spotted flying over Gwern y Domen, opposite Lansbury Park, on Monday October 23

Two boys from the Caerphilly area who were arrested on suspicion of carrying a firearm have been released as Gwent Police appeals for information.

The boys, aged 15 and 16, were arrested on Monday October 23 on suspicion of being in possession of a firearm in a public place and driving without a license or insurance.

After receiving an initial call to Mill Road, Caerphilly, at around 2pm, Caerphilly Observer understands Gwent Police’s search for the boys led them to Gwern y Domen, in the wooded area opposite Lansbury Park.

A police helicopter was searching the area and armed police were seen on foot.

Two boys arrested in Caerphilly on suspicion of carrying a firearm

An off-road bike was seized and an air-weapon was recovered from the scene.

Anyone with information can contact Gwent Police on 101, quoting log reference 2300360778.

Alternatively, you can contact Gwent Police on social media or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


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