CCTV appeal after man 'points gun' at nightclub bouncers and clubbers

A man who was asked to leave a nightclub near Greater Manchester allegedly pulled a gun out before threatening bouncers. New CCTV images have been released of people police wish to speak to following the incident last month, which took place at the Level 2 nightclub in Buxton. Derbyshire Police says the incident took place at around 3.10am on Friday, March 18.

Door staff ejected a man from inside the club, on Market Place, after a disturbance which saw a member of staff being assaulted. Police say the man then produced a handgun, which he pointed at door staff and other members of the public.

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A 26-year-old man from Buxton has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, assault, and possession of criminal property. He has been released on police bail as enquiries continue. Anyone with information about the incident is being urged to come forward.

A spokesperson for Derbyshire Police added: "Officers have released CCTV images after a man threatened nightclub staff in Buxton with a gun.

"Officers are keen to speak to those pictured who were in the area at the time of the incident. Anyone with any information that is of use to detectives is asked to contact the force." Details can be passed on to Derbyshire Police using the reference 22*159360. The force can be contacted by sending a message via Facebook or Twitter, using the crime reporting tools or online contact form on the Derbyshire Police website, or by calling 101.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit the independent charity's website.

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