EditorCHARGED: Man in court after ‘major incident’ saw weapons found and homes evacuated in Abergwynfi
Maximin Carter, from Blaengwynfi, has been charged with possessing an offensive weapon in a private place and possessing a prohibited weapon—specifically a self-contained gas cartridge air weapon.
The charges follow a dramatic police operation on Commercial Street, Abergwynfi, earlier this week, which saw residents forced from their homes as officers uncovered a cache of weapons at a local property.
Police Blast ‘Incorrect’ Social Media Rumours
In a stern warning to the public, South Wales Police have moved to debunk “incorrect” rumours circulating on social media regarding the suspect’s previous police contact.
A police spokesperson said:
“We are aware of social media posts suggesting Carter was released following a prior arrest over the weekend. This is incorrect. Please be mindful when sharing information from unverified sources.”
Remanded in Custody
Carter has been remanded in custody and is set to appear before magistrates this morning, Wednesday, February 18.
The incident caused significant disruption in the small community, with a large police presence remaining at the scene for several hours as the weapons were safely removed. The discovery of the prohibited gas cartridge air weapon—a device that can be converted to fire live ammunition—is seen as a particularly serious element of the investigation.
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