A Laindon man has been arrested on suspicion of firearms offences after shocked residents spotted a man pointing a gun in the street.
Police were contacted at about 5.55pm last night with reports that a man had been seen with what is believed to have been a firearm in Elizabeth Way, Laindon.
Officers attended and arrested a 26-year-old man from Laindon on suspicion of possessing firearms with intent.
He is currently in custody awaiting questioning.
Police recovered an air rifle.
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