Ben Lawrence, 34, was arrested on Thursday, August 1. (Image: Canva)
A 34-year-old man from Cardiff has been arrested and charged after firing a gun with 'intent to cause fear and violence.'
The man released a shot from the firearm in the late evening on Thursday, August 1.
A spokesperson from South Wales Police said: "Ben Lawrence, 34, from Caerau, has been charged with possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and driving without a licence.
"Officers were called to report of a firearm being discharged in Heol Pant y Deri just before 11.20pm on Thursday, August 1."
Lawrence was due to appear at Cardiff Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (August 6).
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