Man charged following firearms incident in Nantwich

Monday, 11 November 2024 20:15

A 31-year-old man, who was arrested following a firearms incident in Nantwich, has now been charged.

Matthew Alcroft was arrested at around 2.14pm on Wednesday 6th November after Crewe officers conducted a warrant at an address in Nantwich.

The 31-year-old has since been charged with possession of a prohibited weapon, namely a section 1 Firearm and possession of ammunition for a firearm without a licence.

Alcroft appeared at Chester Magistrate's Court on Saturday 9th November, where he was remanded in custody.

He is next set to appear at Chester Crown Court on Monday 9th December.

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