Firearm recovered and teenager arrested in Coventry

A 17 year old boy was taken into custody on Tuesday (13th May)

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 14th May 2025

A firearm's been recovered from an address in Coventry, with a 17 year old boy arrested.

Police were called to the Potter's Green area at around 9.00am yesterday morning (Tuesday 13th May).

A gun and ammunition were found and seized.

A teenager, arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm, has since been bailed with strict conditions while an investigation continues.

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Operation Target is focussed on using local intelligence to seize goods, carry out warrants, and tackle offending.

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