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Shanklin Man Charged Following Weapons Arrest

A Shanklin man who was arrested last night (Thursday) has been charged with a series of weapon related offences.

Andrew Peter Gatcum, 43, of St John's Road has been charged with possession of an imitation firearm in a public place, possession of an offensive weapon in a private place, and possession of a knife blade or sharp pointed article in a public place.

He has been bailed to appear at Isle of Wight Magistrates' Court on January 24.

Police had received a call at 6.32pm yesterday following a report of a concern for welfare of a man.

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