Premier League Footballer Threatened with Gun by Agent

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A Premier League footballer was allegedly threatened with a gun by a well-known football agent on a north London street in September. The agent, who has represented several top-flight players, was arrested and questioned over allegations of blackmail, driving without a licence, and a firearm offence. The incident occurred in Barnet, with police officers responding to reports of a man in his 20s being threatened with a firearm. The arrested agent was later bailed while enquiries continue.

Key Takeaways:

  • A Premier League footballer was allegedly threatened with a gun by a well-known football agent on a north London street in September.
  • The agent, in his 30s and representing several top-flight players, was arrested and questioned over allegations of blackmail, driving without a licence, and a firearm offence.
  • The incident occurred in Barnet, with police officers responding to reports of a man in his 20s being threatened with a firearm at 11:14 p.m. on Saturday, September 6.
  • A 31-year-old man, believed to be the agent, was arrested on Monday, September 8, on suspicion of possession of firearms with intent, blackmail, and driving without a licence.
  • He has been bailed while enquiries continue, with no injuries reported in the incident.
  • The agent cannot be named for legal reasons.
  • The Metropolitan Police are leading the investigation, with enquiries ongoing.

Statistics:

  • Incident occurred at 11:14 p.m. on Saturday, September 6.
  • 31-year-old man arrested on suspicion of possession of firearms with intent, blackmail, and driving without a licence.
  • A second man, believed to be a relative of the player, was also threatened.
  • No injuries were reported in the incident.
  • The agent has been bailed while enquiries continue.

Sources:

  • (Xinhua via COM TEX)
  • Metropolitan Police statement (no date listed)