Man arrested and BB gun seized following incident in Birkenhead

We have arrested a 25-year-old man in Birkenhead on suspicion of possession of a firearm.

Officers were called to the area of Lansdowne Road this morning, 27 February, just after 7.30am, to reports a man was brandishing a firearm in the street. Officers responded quickly and detained the man shortly after, along with a gas powered BB gun.

He has been arrested and taken to a police station for questioning.

If you have any information on firearms or where they are being stored contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.