Acting on valuable information, local law enforcement in Birmingham has seized two firearms and ammunition, resulting in the arrest and charging of four individuals. The operation, executed after receiving a tip-off, underscores the authorities’ commitment to curbing crime and maintaining public safety in the area.

The events unfolded on the evening of Wednesday, August 9th, when authorities halted a vehicle on Dawlish Road, Selly Oak. Upon searching the car, a pistol and accompanying ammunition were discovered. Subsequent investigations led officers to an address, where a sawn-off shotgun was also located.

The response to this discovery led to the arrest and subsequent charges of four individuals. Among those charged are 24-year-old Furrukh Khan, a Birmingham resident, and 23-year-old Ishmael Kaseba, whose address was not disclosed. Additionally, two 17-year-old boys were charged in connection with firearms-related offences.

The accused individuals appeared before the Birmingham Magistrates Court on August 11th. Following the hearing, the men were remanded in custody as they await a further court appearance scheduled for September 8th. Meanwhile, the two teenagers were released on bail, subject to specific conditions.

The operation is part of a broader initiative known as “Operation Target,” a concerted effort by law enforcement to combat a wide range of serious and organised crimes. This encompasses offences ranging from drug trafficking and burglary to cybercrime and fraud.