Police stop car after 'unusual behaviour' and make shock discovery

Police Make Shock Discovery After Spotting Unusual Behaviour

Three people have been arrested after police found a firearm and two knives in a car on the A44.

In the early hours of October 12, the Cotswold Neighbouring Policing team were on a routine patrol near Stow-on-the-Wold when they observed a vehicle behaving unusually.

The vehicle came to a sudden stop and activated its hazard lights, prompting concerns that it had broken down. Upon investigation, officers found an air rifle in the passenger footwell and two knives after conducting a search.

The driver stated that they and the two passengers were out attempting to shoot pheasants.

A total of three people were arrested following the discovery.

Author's summary: Police arrest three after finding firearm and knives in car.

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