A man appeared at Crawley Magistrates’ Court on Monday charged with possession of an imitation firearm in a public place.  

Omar Iq-Bar from Crawley was also charged with possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. Police officers were called to Broadfield Barton on Friday evening, following reports of a man in possession of a gun.  Iq-Bar was located and arrested in nearby Crawley Avenue.  

He was further remanded to appear at Lewes Crown Court on 13th November.