Merseyside crime scene in place after police find 'arsenal of weapons' and stolen goods
Two men have been arrested following a report of stolen goods which has led to an arsenal of weapons being found in St Helens.
Yesterday afternoon (Friday 23 January) a report was received that building materials were delivered to an address in Rainford without payment, which was then transported in a van to another location.
Officers attended and following enquiries located the stolen building materials at an address nearby.
A search of the premises was conducted and officers found Zombie knives, air rifles, BB guns and crossbows.
Two men aged 41 years and 27 years from St Helens have been arrested on suspicion of possession of firearms, handling stolen goods and theft. They are still in police custody to be questioned.
A scene is currently in place while officers continue to search the property and the investigation ongoing.
Detective Inspector James Rotheram said: “Thankfully this haul of weapons has been removed from our streets which prevents them from doing serious harm in our communities.
“Although we have made two arrests, we would appeal to anyone who has information which will assist the investigation to please contact us.
“We are determined to rid the streets of weapons which are used to create fear and intimidate their victims. They are do not care about the fear and devastation their actions can wreak on our communities and they have no place here in Merseyside.
“We conduct warrants, stop checks and searches in those areas where people tell us these offenders operate, so keep telling us what you know so that we can take positive action.”
Anyone with information should contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X @MerPolCC or on Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ with crime reference 26000062428.
You can also report information via our website: https://www.merseyside.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/ or call 101.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency always call 999.