South Croydon Gunman Gets Five Years

A gunman arrested after police raided his South Croydon home, seizing a pistol and 50 bullets, has received five years imprisonment.

Aaron Prince, 29, of Pampisford Road, South Croydon, pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm, a prohibited weapon and ammunition.

Croydon Crown Court heard that on Wednesday, August 22, police executed a warrant at Prince’s home address.

During the search, officers discovered a small pistol alongside 50 rounds of 9mm ammunition in Prince’s bedroom.

A quantity of drugs, cash and a stun gun were also found in the flat.

Police Constable Shelley Allison, who led the investigation, said: “We are committed to protecting our communities from gun crime and are pleased that this weapon has now been removed from our streets.

“This sentence is a great example of the work Croydon’s crime squad does to disrupt the most dangerous offenders and we will continue to actively pursue and prosecute those who carry these weapons.”