Two charged with firearms offences after arrests in Birmingham

They've both been remanded in custody after appearing in court

West Midlands police
Author: Kat WrightPublished 8th Sep 2024
Last updated 8th Sep 2024

Two men have been charged with firearms offences after West Midlands police recovered guns after executing a warrant in Birmingham.

Donaldo Mateau and Ngo Cuong have both been charged with possessing firearms and ammunition after being arrested in Oscott School Lane, Great Barr, earlier this week.

Mateau has been further charged with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life in connection with shots being fired in Brookvale Road, Solihull, in July.

Mateau, aged 24, appeared before magistrates in Birmingham today while Cuong, 41, appeared at court in Leamington.

The pair, who are also charged with being concerned in the production of cannabis, have been remanded until a future court hearing.

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