Man arrested in Halesowen following reports of 'gun' at petrol station

Officers from West Midlands Police were called to the garage on Stourbridge Road at around 4.15am on Friday after reports of someone with a gun being seen nearby.

Firearms officers responded quickly to the report and recovered a 3D printed live and viable firearm nearby, while also arresting a 28-year-old man.

The force said the man is currently in custody being questioned on suspicion of possession of a firearm, theft from a shop, and assault, while an investigation into the incident is ongoing.

A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: "A man’s been arrested and our Major Crime Team are investigating after we were called to a fuel station in Halesowen to reports of someone with a gun. 

"We were called to the garage on Stourbridge Road at around 4.15am this morning (May 2). 

"It was reported to us that a gun had been seen at the location, and our firearms officers were quickly on the scene. 

"A 3D printed live and viable firearm was recovered nearby, and a man aged 28 was arrested. 

"He is currently in custody being questioned on suspicion of possession of a firearm, theft from a shop, and assault.

"Our investigation is continuing and anyone with information should contact us via Live Chat on our website or by calling 101 quoting 20/226934/25."

West Midlands Police are continuing to take guns off the streets as part of Operation Target - to find out more visit:  https://orlo.uk/vUc7X