Mechanic who supplied gangs with guns given further seven-year sentence

Allan Hughes, already serving a drug-trafficking sentence, received a further seven-year prison term after police seized a mobile phone in May 2024 that prosecutors said contained videos and messages linking him to the supply of multiple firearms.

A mechanic involved in supplying firearms to gangs has been given an additional seven-year prison term. Prosecutors said police seized his mobile phone in May 2024 and found videos and messages connecting him to the trade in weapons. He is already serving a sentence for drug trafficking, and the new term will begin after that sentence ends. Key facts: - Allan Hughes admitted involvement in serious organised crime and was sentenced at the High Court in Glasgow to a further seven years. - Police seized a mobile phone in May 2024 that prosecutors said contained videos and messages linking him to the supply of multiple firearms. - The seven-year sentence will start after an existing drug-trafficking sentence finishes, as stated at sentencing. - A three-year Serious Crime Prevention Order was imposed to apply after his release. Summary: The court extended Hughes's custodial period and imposed post-release restrictions, reflecting prosecutors' account of his role in the illegal weapon supply. Undetermined at this time.