Hells Angels associate charged over alleged illegal firearm possession
AN associate of the Hells Angels has been arrested and charged with weapon and drug offences in Sydney’s south following an extensive investigation after reports of illicit firearm supply involving the outlaw motorcycle gang.
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AN associate of the Hells Angels outlaw motorcycle gang (OMCG) has been arrested and charged with alleged weapon and drug offences following a raid in Sydney’s South.
Earlier this month, Strike Force Raptor launched an extensive investigation after reports of illicit firearm supply involving the outlaw motorcycle gang.
Large-scale inquiries saw police execute a search warrant at a property at Lilyvale about 6.45am on Wednesday.
During the search, Strike Force Raptor located and seized a .22 calibre rifle and ammunition, a lever action air rifle and pellets, and steroids.
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A 30-year-old man, a known associate of the Hells Angels OMCG, was arrested at the location and taken to Sutherland Police Station.
He was charged with two counts each of possess unregistered firearm (non-prohibited, not pistols), possess ammunition without holding licence/permit/authority, not keep firearm safely-not prohibited firearm/pistol, and possess prohibited drug.
He was refused bail to appear at Sutherland Local Court today.
Inquiries are continuing. Anyone with information, including relevant photos and videos, that may assist Strike Force Raptor can report it directly to investigators via the Strike Force Raptor online reporting page.
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