Sheffield man Christoper Collins charged with possession of gun after police raids in Beighton

A Sheffield man has been remanded in custody after being charged with possessing a gun.

Published 21st May 2022, 06:37 BST

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Christopher Collins, aged 32, of Grange Road, Beighton, was remanded in custody at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court yesterday after being charged following the discovery of firearms when police executed search warrants at a property in Beighton in February.

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Collins is due at Sheffield Crown Court on June 17.

Christopher Collins, aged 21, of Grange Road, Beighton, Sheffield, has been charged with possessing a gun

South Yorkshire Police is currently operating a firearm surrender scheme where people can dispose of guns and ammunition without fear of being charged with gun possession.

Sheffield man Christoper Collins charged with possession of gun after police raids in Beighton

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