Man arrested after 48 weapons seized in raid
One of the imitation firearms seized in Friday's operation
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A man has been arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill after police discovered 48 weapons during a raid.
Police raided a property in Winson Green, Birmingham, after a man reported being threatened with a knife.
Officers found several imitation firearms and a number of blades.
A 48-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of threats to kill, possession of an imitation firearm and possession of an offensive weapon in a private place.
Several imitation firearms were amongst the 48 weapons recovered
He remained in custody while the investigation continued, West Midlands Police said.
The force added it was committed to taking weapons off the streets and arresting those believed to be involved in violent crime.
A number of bladed weapons were seized during the warrant in Winson Green
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