More than 150 guns have been stolen in Leicestershire and another 31 reported lost
There is a growing threat from criminal gangs converting £100 replica handguns into lethal weapons worth up to £3,000
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Armourer who was ready to sell guns to criminals given lengthy jail term
Leon Hall, also known as Keon Campbell, had two handguns, one loaded with live bullets, and an array of ammunition destined to fall into the hands of criminals prepared to use them
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A drug peddling gun dealer who was caught with cocaine, cannabis and weaponry has been jailed.
Leon Hall, also known as Keon Campbell, was said to be an armourer, prepared to equip criminals with guns.
The police recovered an array of gun related items and drugs during a search of Hall s home in Cross Street, Blaby, and a loaded handgun in an outbuilding at another address in the village.