A Bristol man has been hit with multiple firearms charges after buying almost 40 handguns and making a homemade 3D-printed weapon.
Luke Fortune, 22, Arrested With Arsenal in Longwell Green
Luke Fortune, 22, from Longwell Green, was arrested in July 2024 by the National Crime Agency (NCA). Authorities found he had bought 35 top-venting blank firearms, three antique guns, and stockpiled over 1,000 bullets. Police also uncovered a 3D-printed submachine gun he had crafted himself.
More Guns Found Near His Home
The drama didn’t end there. In January, Avon & Somerset Police discovered two more weapons—a Glock-style pistol and a revolver—hidden in a bush close to Fortune’s house. He was immediately arrested again.
Police Crack Down on Illegal Firearms
These seizures highlight growing concerns over illegal weapon sales and homemade firearms in the UK. Authorities vow to crack down hard on anyone flouting gun laws.
