Man arrested with antique gun near Selfridges
A 25-year-old was detained on Duke Street on suspicion of possessing an imitation firearm.
Police arrested a 25-year-old man on Duke Street, outside the Selfridges department store, on November 13 at 11 am. The arrest was made on suspicion of possession of an imitation firearm. It is understood the object may have been an antique flintlock pistol. No suggestion has been made that the item was used to threaten anyone.
The incident occurred amidst a queue of customers waiting for exclusive Grand Theft Auto 6 merchandise. The Selfridges store on Oxford Street was hosting a pop-up event ahead of the game's release. The man remains in police custody and the item was recovered.
Police response and statement
Armed officers attended the scene following reports of a man carrying what appeared to be an antique firearm. A Metropolitan Police spokesperson acknowledged the incident could cause concern for those in the area. "Carrying a firearm in a public place, whether it is an imitation or a real weapon, is a serious criminal offence," the spokesperson said. The spokesperson added that the swift police response demonstrated the seriousness with which such reports are treated.
Questions this report answers
01When and where was the man arrested?
A 25-year-old man was arrested on Duke Street, outside Selfridges, on November 13 at approximately 11 am. The arrest took place while people were queuing for Grand Theft Auto 6 merchandise.
02What was the man suspected of carrying?
The man was arrested on suspicion of possession of an imitation firearm. Reports suggest the item may have been an antique flintlock pistol. There is no indication that the item was used to threaten anyone.
03What did the police say about the incident?
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson stated that carrying any firearm in public is a serious criminal offence. They also highlighted the rapid response of armed officers to the scene as evidence of how seriously such reports are taken.
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