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Teen charged with firearms and explosives offences

PA Media An exterior view of the court, with a security guard in a hut by the gates to the left.PA Media
Sakhile Ntsele appeared at Inner London Crown Court by videolink from HMP Wandsworth

A teenager has appeared in court to face more than 20 charges relating to possession of firearms and explosive substances.

Sakhile Ntsele, 18, of Wandsworth Road, south-west London appeared before Inner London Crown Court on Friday by videolink from HMP Wandsworth and spoke only to confirm his name.

He was not asked to enter pleas and a trial date was set for 10 November.

The teenager is due appear at the same court on 20 June for a further hearing.

The teenager is accused of 26 counts which are:

  • Five counts of possessing a firearm without a certificate
  • Five counts of possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life
  • Eight counts of possession of explosive substances with intent to endanger life
  • Eight counts of making explosive substances for an unlawful purpose.

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