Two people charged after Grimethorpe incident
A number of homes were evacuated in the village
Two people have been charged following an investigation in Grimethrope, where a number of homes were evacuated earlier this week.
Ian Claughton, 58, and Lesley Claughton, 57, both of Brierley Road, have been charged with bringing a realistic firearm into the UK, two counts of possession with intent to supply class B drugs, possession of a firearm and being concerned with production of class B drugs.
Ian Claughton has also been charged with setting a man trap with intent to inflict grievous bodily harm. They have both been remanded in custody and are due to appear at Sheffield Magistrates court today (Friday 10 May).
Police say that on Wednesday 8 May, officers from YHROCU supported by the NCA and South Yorkshire Police executed a number of warrants on Brierley Road, Grimethorpe in South Yorkshire.
The Army’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal team (EOD) and Military Ordnance Disposal (MOD) team were deployed and a 100m cordon was put in place as a precautionary measure, and the area was deemed safe for residents to return to their homes.
Detective Chief Inspector Al Burns, from the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit, said:
“First of all I would like to express my gratitude to our partners at South Yorkshire Police and the NCA, but most importantly the community in Grimethorpe whose patience and support was greatly appreciated whilst we conducted our enquiries.
“Both people involved have now been charged with serious offences and will be appearing at court today. Our investigation will remain ongoing.”