shooternick Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 As a responsible firearms and shotgun certificate holder I am in a bit of a dilemma as what to do about this ;- My neighbour regularly leaves his shotgun and .243 rifle in his vehicle overnight even when he goes away for the evening and returns the following morning he makes no effort to conceal the firearms one on the front seat and the rifle laid across the back seat are in full view its a quiet area the nearest house being 500 yds away and the village about 1 mile away What should I do ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruity Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 (edited) Report him, he is obviously not responsible enough to hold a licence Edited May 18, 2014 by fruity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Knock on his door and point where he is going wrong . If that dont work ....... report his *** ! Job done !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 If you're friends then have a quiet word, and tell him his irresponsibility is criminal and does no one any favours when you consider the possible consequences.If he won't see sense then really you should report him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbiep Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 If you're friends then have a quiet word, and tell him his irresponsibility is criminal and does no one any favours when you consider the possible consequences.If he won't see sense then really you should report him. +1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 I would report him now. It is just about the most irresponsible thing a firearms holder can do. He really shouldn't need anyone to remind him. He isn't fit to have them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 I would report him now. It is just about the most irresponsible thing a firearms holder can do. He really shouldn't need anyone to remind him. He isn't fit to have them. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattleFieldRelics Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Is this post for real? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kes Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Just suppose someone stole them and used them in your neighbourhood or locality. Have a word, if he is a friend but do it only once and then report him. You can do this anonymously and it is for the best for all of us. Its simply, as said, dangerously irresponsible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjm Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Ask Kent he will know what to do! He knows everything else! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shooternick Posted May 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Is this post for real? Yes I assure you its gehuine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ordnance Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 You could have a word with him, I personally would see it as none of my business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 I can't believe that someone would do this. I get worried thinking that I haven't locked the gun cabinet Up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Galore! Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 if you report him to the old bill he'll know it's you, that might lead to you getting a slap. maybe have a quiet word in his shell like but don't drop the dime on him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattleFieldRelics Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 " that might lead to you getting a slap. " Everybody needs good neighbours..................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Galore! Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Everybody needs good neighbours..................... it just sounds to me like he's worried about confronting his neighbour, if that's the case then don't even think about ham stringing the guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattleFieldRelics Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 As his neighbour is a shooter, he could even be watching this thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harnser Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 (edited) I can't believe that some body could be so crass .I would have a word in his shell like . If it bothers you,a call to the local cop shop anonymously . He doesn't deserve to own guns . Harnser Edited May 18, 2014 by Harnser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blunderbust Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 if you report him to the old bill he'll know it's you, that might lead to you getting a slap. maybe have a quiet word in his shell like but don't drop the dime on him. I have to agree with PG on this one, a quiet word is what is needed. You report him and this could all end up being a neighbour from hell situation. However you also have to consider what if he does not react positively to your friendly word, then reporting is your only option. He sounds like he is a nightmare anyway and it might also be a thought to just report anonymously, without the chat and therefor not setting the seed of suspicion in your direction. Unfortunately the decision is yours, good luck with what ever you decide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berettacocker Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Tell him you see some dodgy looking geezers mooching about and you warned them off, then mention his guns to him and hope he sees sense. If not I'd leave it. Is this bloke not approachable ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VicW Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 (edited) I know a licence holder who lost his licence for leaving his gun overnight, out of sight in the back of his van and the van was broken into and the gun stolen. It wasn't something he did on a regular basis just a one off occasion because he was distracted by a problem. The police were not at all impressed by his stupidity and really went to town. If this idiot leaves his guns in clear view he deserves all he gets if reported, unfortunately the resulting bad press will be bad for all licence holders but if they are stolen by a low life and used in a crime that would not be good either. I agree this is a very awkward situation for you but I suggest you report him anonymously via the non emergency phone number, is it 101, and explain that you do not wish to give your name because of possible repercussions. Vic. Edited May 18, 2014 by VicW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Galore! Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 give me his name and address, the number of your flo and i'll shop him for you, if he gives you any grief send him my way, as much as I agree with everyone else about his arrogance/stupidity it still doesn't detract from the fact that if he's liable to get a monk on you're in the firing line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 I know a licence holder who lost his licence for leaving his gun overnight, out of sight in the back of his van and the van was broken into and the gun stolen. It wasn't something he did on a regular basis just a one off occasion because he was distracted by a problem. The police were not at all impressed by his stupidity and really went to town. If this idiot leaves his guns in clear view he deserves all he gets if reported, unfortunately the resulting bad press will be bad for all licence holders but if they are stolen by a low life and used in a crime that would not be good either. I agree this is a very awkward situation for you but I suggest you report him anonymously via the non emergency phone number, is it 101, and explain that you do not wish to give your name because of possible repercussions. Vic. Vic I think I know the man you are talking about, this guy should be reported for his stupidity! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pycoed Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Mind your own business! Why were you nosing through your neighbour's car windows 500yds from your house anyway? I really don't know what's happening in this country - these days everyone seems to want to be offended by SOMETHING... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ordnance Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Mind your own business! Why were you nosing through your neighbour's car windows 500yds from your house anyway? I really don't know what's happening in this country - these days everyone seems to want to be offended by SOMETHING... I agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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