A shotgun wrapped in a towel was found following an extensive search at a Kensington home.
Steven Parle, 36, of Minto Close, appeared before Liverpool Crown court on Monday, June 19 after a fire arm was found in his home. Merseyside Police confirmed that on Tuesday, April 12, officers carried out a drugs warrant at a property on Minto Close and found suspected Class A drugs on a table.
Following further searches of the house, officers found a shotgun wrapped in a towel, which had been placed inside a bag. The gun, which had the word Beretta on the side, was seized and a forensic examination of the weapon found Parle’s DNA on the firearm.
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Appearing before Liverpool Crown Court on Monday, the 36-year-old was sentenced for possession of a firearm, possession of controlled drugs with intent to supply and possession of criminal property. He was sentenced to 12 years in prison.
Detective Inspector Peter McCullough said: "This result shows how committed our officers are to making Merseyside a safer place by removing firearms and those that would use them from our streets.
"In this case and in so many others information from communities makes a big difference, so if you know where dangerous weapons are being stored, carried or used, let us know and we will take positive action. We’re absolutely determined to tackle serious organised crime, including gun crime, and we have dedicated teams that will act on information provided."
Always call 999 if a crime is in progress, or pass information via @MerPolCC, 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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