Police have released CCTV images after a man threatened nightclub staff in Buxton with a gun.

The incident happened at the Level 2 nightclub on Buxton Market Place at around 3.10am on Friday 18 March.

Door staff ejected a man from inside the club after a disturbance which saw a member of staff being assaulted. 

Police say the man then produced a handgun, which he pointed at door staff and other members of the public. 

A 26-year-old man from Buxton has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, assault, and possession of criminal property. He has been released on police bail as enquiries continue.

Officers are keen to speak to those pictured who were in the area at the time of the incident.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the force using any of the below methods, including reference 22*159360:

• Send a private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page

• Direct message the contact centre on Twitter via @DerPolContact

• There are several crime reporting tools at https://www.derbyshire.police.uk/ or use the online contact form

• Call the non-emergency 101 number

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.

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