Wakefield man arrested after gun shown during 'neighbour dispute and altercation'

A man has been arrested after reports of a gun being brandished during an altercation with a neighbour in Wakefield.

Police were called to Lincoln Street, Wakefield at about 9.50pm on Thursday to a report a potential firearm had been displayed following a neighbour dispute and altercation. 

Officers attended and, following enquiries at an address, located an imitation handgun. 

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Police were called to Lincoln Street in Wakefield to reports of a firearm being displayed during an altercation between neighbours | West Yorkshire Police

A 38-year-old male was arrested on suspicion of firearms offences and remained in police custody this morning (Friday). 

A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “All reports of firearms offending are treated with the utmost seriousness by officers and enquiries remain ongoing into the matter by Wakefield CID. 

“Anyone who can assist the investigation is asked to contact Wakefield District CID on 101 referencing police crime number 13240622590. Information can also be given online at or the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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