🚨 Former Gun Dealer Caught With Huge Ammunition Stash! 🚨
In a dramatic court case, former gun dealer Gareth Young was found with over 2,500 rounds of ammunition at a Cwmbran industrial unit after losing his gun dealer licence last year. After his licence was revoked due to security concerns, police had previously removed firearms and ammo from his business, Gunshop UK.
The shocking discovery came when Young opened a safe at his former business location, only to find a huge collection of bullets. Instead of turning them over right away, he logged and bagged the ammo himself. It wasn’t until police returned that the stashed ammunition was recovered.
Young faced Cardiff Crown Court, admitting to possessing the rounds without a certificate. His lawyer stated that there was never any intent to use the ammunition inappropriately and that childcare issues delayed his action to turn them in. The judge acknowledged that Young had no criminal intent and even noted the “vicissitudes of life” played a role in his oversight.
The verdict? Young received a conditional discharge for 12 months and must pay £1,000 in prosecution costs. The court also heard Young intends to sell his guns and other ammo that police seized via a third party in Newport.
Interesting angle: Despite the charges, Young’s record remains clean of previous convictions. What do you think? Let us know your thoughts below! 🤔
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