Man, 31, charged following firearms incident in Nantwich

By Ryan Parker 11th Nov 2024

Local News by Ryan Parker 11th Nov 2024

Matthew Alcroft, 31, was arrested at around 2.14pm on Wednesday 6 November after Crewe officers conducted a search warrant at an address in Nantwich (Cheshire Police).

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 6 November after Crewe officers conducted a search warrant at an address in Nantwich.

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

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

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

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

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