Report and quick action
Around 04:00, multiple police units were present in the nightlife district of Middelburg due to a dispute. At that moment, a citizen called the police to indicate that a person had shown a firearm to others.
Arrest and seizure of firearm
The man was arrested and the weapon was seized. Investigations show that it was a fake firearm. The police are further investigating the origin of this weapon.
Reporting pays off
The police take reports of firearm possession very seriously. Thanks to the alert report, the suspect could be arrested quickly and safely. Do you see suspicious situations or suspect firearm possession? Report this to the police at 0900-8844 or anonymously at 0800-7000 (Report Crime Anonymously).
Police Force
Source published: 16 February 25
Arrest in Middelburg after report of firearm
Gebied: Middelburg
The police arrested a 20-year-old man from Vlissingen on the night of Saturday, February 16, to Sunday, February 17. He was in possession of what later turned out to be a fake firearm.