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Perth man charged with 19 offences after alleged threats against ex-wife and son

Perth man charged with 19 offences after alleged threats against ex-wife and son

A 47-year-old man from Huntingdale faces 19 charges after an incident at his ex-wife’s home in Perth.

Police say he allegedly forced his way into the home early on Thursday, carrying a handgun, a shotgun and a knife.

His ex-wife, 50, and their son, 19, were inside.

The charges include threats to kill and breaching a family violence restraining order, as well as alleged unlawful gun possession and depriving someone of liberty.

Police bodycam footage captured an exchange involving the man and his ex-wife.

The case concerns alleged threats and weapons in a family violence situation.

The available information does not say when the man will next appear in court.

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