Singer is accused of illegal possession of a firearm

A reggae artiste from Stonebridge has been charged with the illegal possession of a gun.

Tito Williamson, 38, who is known as Chukki Starr, was held after officers from Brent police uncovered a firearm and ammunition during a raid of two addresses in Stonebridge and Harrow on May 10.

He appeared before Brent Magistrates’ Court on May 13 and was remanded in custody to appear before Harrow Crown Court on July 15.

A 44-year-old man has been bailed pending enquiries until July 20.