Appeal for information after Burnley firearms arrest

Police are appealing for information from the public after a man was arrested on suspicion of affray and possession of a firearm.

A man in Burnley has been arrested on suspicion of affray and possessing a firearm - with police now appealing for information.

Police recovered £500 worth of stolen goods (Picture: Police Scotland)placeholder image
Police recovered £500 worth of stolen goods (Picture: Police Scotland)

The 21-year-old was arrested on Saturday (September 19), after police were called to a disturbance on Devonshire road at 9:50pm.

Police said the incident reportedly happened after two cars collided, but that they are still in the early stages of investigating.

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Devonshire Road, Burnley | Google Maps

They are now urging anyone with any information to come forward, and are on the lookout for any video footage of the area around the time of the incident.

The 21-year-old now remains in police custody, with officers saying there is no wider threat to the public.

However, they will be carrying out reassurance patrols and further enquiries in the area as a precaution.

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