Identical Triplets Jailed for Guns Conviction Used Similar DNA to Confuse Investigators "In a case that would have puzzled Sherlock Holmes himself, brothers Reiss, Ralston and Ricky Gabriel, all 28, were jailed for handling illegal guns at Blackfriars Crown Court, Friday, and are now starting 14-year sentences for the crime. “This case should send a clear message to anyone considering possessing or attempting to obtain a firearm that we will identify you and bring you before the courts,” said Temporary Detective Chief Inspector Driss Hayoukane from the Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime Command. "Under Britain’s strict gun laws, it is serious offense to be in possession of any firearms..." See: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/identical-triplets-jailed-guns-conviction-185335785.html I don't understand the above statement. Do folks in UK engage in sport shooting? I've heard skeet shooting is popular. Do they hunt? How?? Frank
The UK and Scotland are quite famous for their sport shooting. They have clay pigeons and regular game as well. I watched a documentary on YouTube how one owner of a historic mansion paid the bills with these holiday tournaments. I'm not sure how their licensing works, but they are good shots for sure.
@Frank Sanoica The 1997 act after Dunblane banned Pump action shotguns as well as all handguns.Shot guns are still allowed for hunting. The link is a bit long but does explain it well. https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2006/jan/17/comment.gdnsport3
My son and I used to belong to a clay pigeon shooting team. We won a couple of trophies. Not because of me, I assure you.