CHRIS Eubank Jnr’s trainer has been charged after allegedly carrying a loaded gun and ammunition in a suitcase through Manchester Airport.
Reports claim that Brian “BoMac” Macintyre, 53, was detained at the airport after a baggage scan picked up a loaded weapon.
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The Mail reports that armed cops swooped on Terminal 2 and arrested US citizen McIntyre – who was due to fly to Atlanta.
Now the boxing coach has been charged with possession of a firearm and remanded into custody, after appearing at Stockport Magistrates Court this morning.
McIntyre had been in the corner for Eubank Jnr’s middleweight victory over Liam Smith in their Manchester rematch on Saturday evening.
He also trained Amir Khan for his fight with Kell Brook last year, and is also the trainer of American boxer Terence Crawford.
Greater Manchester Police said: “At around 10:45 am on Sunday 3 September 2023, officers were called to reports of a possible firearm being found in hold luggage by airport staff at Manchester Airport.
“After initial inspection by security staff, GMP officers attended, and the firearm was seized.
“‘Subsequently, a 53-year-old man was arrested for possession of a firearm and was taken to custody for further questioning.
“Brian McIntyre (01/07/1970) from the United States of America was charged with possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition for a firearm without a certificate.
“McIntyre attended Stockport Magistrates Court this morning where he was further remanded into custody.
“He is next due to appear at Manchester Crown Court on Monday 9 October 2023.”
Eubank Jnr‘s team declined to comment on the charges.