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Man jailed for threatening to kill MP and attack NHS workers

A man has been jailed after sending threatening emails to an MP and telling a 999 call operator he planned to attack NHS workers.

Ryan Breheny (48) of Old Hall Street, Wigan, was jailed for three years and three months for threats to kill at Bolton Crown Court on Tuesday.

On June 3, Breheny called 999, where he threatened to kill hospital workers, and claimed he had been “offered an AK47”.

Breheny also sent emails, containing threats to kill, to MP Lisa Nandy’s office.

When police officers arrived at Breheny’s home, he came to the door armed with a crossbow. He was then arrested and a search of his home unveiled air rifles, crossbow bolts and a machete.

He plead guilty to the offences during a subsequent court appearance.

Detective constable Cupitt, from GMP’s Wigan CID, said: “Breheny’s threats were shocking and disturbing, causing distress to those involved. We will not hesitate to act where people make these sort of threats and will seek to secure the appropriate charges.

“We work closely with elected officials to ensure they can carry out their work without the fear of individuals who would cause them harm, and will always do our best to protect them and our communities.”

Helen Greaney
Helen Greaney
I'm a journalist with more than 18 years' experience on local, regional and national newspapers, as well as PR and digital marketing. Crime and the courts is my specialist area but I'm also keen to hear your stories concerning Manchester and the greater North West region.
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