A man previously sentenced to life in prison for the shooting of brave PC Sharon Beshenivsky has confessed to the illegal sale of firearms to criminals, leading to a new prison term. Faisal Razzaq, who acted as a getaway driver and lookout during the incident in 2005, is set to be sentenced at Harrow Crown Court for various charges related to selling prohibited firearms and possession of weapons with intent to cause harm.
Razzaq’s involvement in the criminal activities was revealed during the sentencing of four individuals linked to a network that converted and distributed weapons. This network included a right-wing extremist, Thomas McKenna, who was found stockpiling firearms and explosives to incite violence against Muslims and immigrants.
Prosecutors disclosed that police discovered a converted pistol and ammunition at Razzaq’s residence in London, indicating his role in receiving and selling firearms to criminal clients. The initial detection of the criminal network occurred when law enforcement intercepted a vehicle carrying a converted gun and cash, leading them to further investigate the activities of Razzaq and his associates.
McKenna, the far-right extremist, who was part of the same criminal network, was involved in converting firearms and planning violent acts against specific groups. He had set up a workshop in caravans to produce weapons and explosives, along with his girlfriend Tina Smith, who shared his extremist views. McKenna’s intentions to initiate a “race war” were evident from the arsenal of weapons and explosives found at his residence.
The court proceedings also revealed the involvement of other individuals, such as Allan Crosby and Ryan Smith, who were convicted of possessing firearms and modified ammunition. Additionally, Ricky Dorey and Robert Dorey were found to be aiding McKenna in selling converted firearms and were charged with conspiracy to transfer prohibited firearms.
The sentencing hearing for McKenna, Tina Smith, Crosby, and Ryan Smith is ongoing at Kingston Crown Court, with further details expected to emerge regarding the extent of their criminal activities and the impact on public safety.
