SNS GroupA man was remanded in custody after appearing at court accused of having “significant” amounts of guns and ammunition.
Salvatore Lupi, 38, appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court but did not enter a plea.
He was arrested and charged after a “significant” amount of guns and ammunition were seized at a property in Maryhill, Glasgow, on Friday.
Officers from Police Scotland’s Organised Crime and Counter Terrorism Unit (Occtu) executed a search warrant at a property in Benview Street, Maryhill, around 12.55pm on Friday.
During the search firearms and a quantity of ammunition were recovered.
Lupi was charged with three offences under the firearms act, and one of misuse of drugs.
He did not enter a plea and was remanded in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Steven Elliot from Occtu said: “This was a significant recovery and underlines our commitment to the serious organised crime taskforce and the country’s serious organised crime strategy.
“We would continue to urge anyone with information or concerns about firearms activity in their area to contact Police Scotland on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.”
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