Bernie Ecclestone questioned after shotgun found on his private jet in Portugal
Former Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone was briefly detained in Portugal after customs officials discovered an undocumented shotgun on his private jet. Ecclestone stated the firearm was intended for a clay-pigeon shooting competition and that he had mistakenly assumed it was properly declared.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the strict international regulations regarding the transport of firearms, even for high-profile individuals.
Bernie Ecclestone said he bought the gun in England, before taking it to Switzerland and on to Portugal. Bernie Ecclestone said he bought the gun in England, before taking it to Switzerland and on to Portugal. Bernie Ecclestone Bernie Ecclestone questioned after shotgun found on his private jet in Portugal Former F1 chief says firearm was for clay-pigeon shooting
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Prefer the Guardian on Google Bernie Ecclestone was detained in Portugal on Monday after customs authorities found him in possession of an undocumented shotgun. The Guardian has independently confirmed the incident with multiple authorities involved in the matter.
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