Seven years for Woodside man

A Telford man has been jailed for seven years for possession of a firearm.

Endean Palmer, 34, of Hammerfields, Woodside, Telford was handed the sentence at Shrewsbury Crown Court on Friday 10 January following a trial last year.

In November 2024 he was found guilty of possession of a firearm without a certificate, possession of ammunition, dangerous driving, driving without insurance and driving while disqualified.

Palmer was arrested on 13 May 2024 on Queen Street in Madeley after he was seen driving while disqualified. He initially made off from officers but was quickly found and detained. A search of his vehicle found a firearm, bullets and drugs.

Detective Constable Dawn Tigwell said “This is a substantial sentence which shows how seriously the police and courts take firearms offences.

“I’m pleased that we’ve been able to help protect our communities, not only by taking a lethal weapon off the streets but also by stopping a dangerous driver from being behind the wheel.”

As always, we would encourage anyone with information about weapons in our communities to report it to us.

Alternatively, if you have information but don’t feel comfortable speaking to police, you can speak to the independent charity Crimestoppers. It is 100% anonymous, they never ask your name, and they cannot trace your call or IP address. You can contact them online or by calling 0800 555 111.

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