…Researched and contributed by Lola Smith.
North Wales Police are trying to locate a man in connection with an incident that appeared to involve a firearm in Anglesey.
On Monday, April 10, a video surfaced online showing two men fighting in Newry Street, Anglesey. The footage depicts the two men scuffling before a sound resembling a gunshot could be heard.
The police have described the incident as “shocking” and have arrested three people.
They are now appealing for information about the whereabouts of a man named Grant Barker from Treseifion in Holyhead.
The firearm associated with the investigation is still missing.
Sightings and Information about the Whereabouts of Grant Barker Wanted
DCI Andrew Gibson has urged anyone who has seen or knows the whereabouts of Grant Barker to contact the police.
However, the appeal is solely for sightings or information about his location, and not for anyone to approach him.
The police are also seeking any information about the missing firearm, which they want to remove from circulation.
Virginia Crosbie, Ynys Môn MP, has commended the police for their swift arrests and thanked the member of the public who filmed the incident.
She has also urged anyone with information about the firearm or the incident to contact North Wales Police.
Commentary
The incident in Anglesey raises concerns about the presence of firearms and violence in the community.
The police’s appeal for sightings and information about Grant Barker and the missing firearm highlights the need for the public’s assistance in keeping the community safe.
The involvement of a member of the public who filmed the incident also underscores the importance of citizens’ involvement in reporting crimes and aiding law enforcement.