Police arrest two teenagers following firearms incident in Bury St. Edmunds
Police were called to reports of a handgun being pointed at bus driver.
Last updated 14th Sep 2026
Police have arrested two teenagers following a firearms incident in Bury St. Edmunds.
On Friday the 11th of September, officers were called to reports that a handgun had been pointed at a bus driver in Out Risbygate.
Armed police officers arrived at the scene within 10 minutes. Shortly afterwards, two teenage boys were arrested. Officers also found and seized an imitation firearm.
The two suspects – aged 17 and 16 – were taken to Bury St Edmunds Police Investigation Centre for questioning. They were then released on bail until Thursday the 5th of November pending further enquiries.
Inspector Ben Hollands, of Bury St Edmunds Community Policing Team, said: “We appreciate this incident will have caused alarm and distress to the victim and a number of other people and I am grateful to the officers who attended for resolving it swiftly and safely."
“There will be a police presence in the area today to provide additional reassurance and anyone with any concerns is encouraged to speak to the officers.”
Witnesses who have not yet spoken to the police are asked to contact West CID at Bury St Edmunds Police Station, quoting reference: 37/53907/26.