Though exploring exciting hobbies as a way to destress is encouraged, curating replica or airsoft guns without a license, unfortunately, isn’t.
41-year-old Liu Huijian learnt this the hard way after getting arrested for owning 156 replica guns and component parts without a license.
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If convicted, he could face up to 3 years’ jail, a $5,000 fine, or both.
According to Channel NewsAsia (CNA), 41-year-old Liu is facing trial for the possession of 156 replica guns.
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Besides transparent pistols and water guns, other models found in his Sim Place home on 16 Nov 2018 included:
In an attempt to make a delivery of 156 replica guns to a buyer, Liu ordered a Grab car for delivery on 16 Nov 2018.
Instead of delivering the goods himself, Liu asked the driver to do so on his behalf, handing over a sealed box which raised driver Mr Tan’s suspicions.
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After Mr Tan threatened to reject the booking, Liu finally revealed the “gun-like object” in the box, which prompted the former to call Grab and request for a cancellation.
According to The Straits Times (ST), the Ang Mo Kio Police Division contacted Mr Tan later that day, asking him to provide a statement regarding the incident.
He complied, though he reportedly couldn’t recognise Liu in court on Thursday (8 Apr 2021).
Accused may face up to 3 years’ jail & fine
If found guilty of gun possession, Liu may face up to 3 years’ jail, a $5,000 fine, or both.
Though prosecutors offered a 4-month jail sentence instead if Liu pleads guilty, the accused rejected it, CNA reports.
The trial will resume, with Liu defending himself, and more witnesses set to take the stand.
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