A man from Swindon has appeared in court charged with firearm and drug offences.

Paul Mason, 23, of Holbein Place, Grange Park was arrested following an ongoing investigation cracking-down on criminal drugs gangs.

Mason appeared at Swindon Magistrates Court this morning charged with being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs (Cocaine), possession of a firearm, possession of ammunition and possession of criminal property.

He has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at Swindon Crown Court on April 19.