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Man charged after taxi driver threatened with gun

BBC A police officer wearing their uniform stands with their back turned to the camera. In the distance is a small, empty car park. A police car is parked alongside the officer.BBC
The incident took place in Market Square in Dungannon on Monday

A 48-year-old man has been charged with possession of a firearm after a taxi driver was allegedly threatened with a gun in County Tyrone.

It follows an incident in Market Square, Dungannon earlier this week.

A police cordon was set up in the area and extensive searches were carried out.

The man is set to appear before Dungannon Magistrates' Court on Wednesday 26 February.