Man charged over key fob weapon

Two bullets can be inserted into the key fob

A man has been charged after police seized a key fob gun during a stop and search in Greater Manchester.

The miniature firearm is small enough to clip a key ring and capable of firing two .22 bullets at close range.

The weapon was found after officers on patrol in Dukinfield on Friday night spotted a man acting suspiciously.

Michael Smith, 25, of Combermere Street, Dukinfield, has been charged with possession of a firearm. He is due to appear in court on 23 October.

He has also been charged with possession of a noxious substance and possession with intent to supply class A drugs.

Key fob weapons are often imported from Eastern Europe.

The weapon, which fires two .22 bullets, is cocked by pulling part of the key ring.

Two buttons on the side of the box fire it and a third opens the device for reloading.