Two men charged after police chase finds them in possession of a gun
Two men have been charged after police stopped a speeding stolen car and found a gun in the driver’s possession.
The car was racing along Evelina Road in Peckham on Thursday until it reached a council roadblock at around 01.30am where four men jumped out and started running.
The driver of the stolen vehicle was searched resulting in the discovery of a firearm.
The driver was arrested and charged with several offences, including possession of a firearm and cannabis.
A passenger was also caught and charged with theft of a motor vehicle.
The Met are appealing for any information anyone might have about the remaining two suspects.
If you have any information, please call 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote reference CAD 373/30MAR23.
You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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