Man Sentenced to Eight Years for Smuggling Firearm Parts into UK

Yasir Khan, 40, was sentenced to eight years for smuggling 72 firearm parts from Pakistan to the UK, hidden in a 1976 Datsun Sunny. The successful investigation by the NCA and Border Force led to his arrest after discovering the concealed parts.

A man named Yasir Khan, aged 40, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for attempting to smuggle 72 firearms parts from Pakistan into the United Kingdom. His illegal operation involved concealing 36 top slides and 36 barrels meant for 9mm Glock pistols in a vintage 1976 Datsun Sunny. The smuggled components were cleverly hidden under the windscreen, behind the engine block, and within the fuel tank of the car.

Yasir Khan’s case highlights the ongoing threat of illegal firearms trafficking and the crucial role of law enforcement agencies in intercepting such activities. With significant evidence of his involvement in smuggling operations, Khan has been sentenced appropriately, emphasizing the commitment to prevent illegal firearms from endangering public safety in the UK.

Original Source: www.nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk