MERSEYSIDE Police has confirmed three people have been charged following the recovery firearms and drugs in Knowsley at the weekend.

The seizure was made in Quarry Way, Huyton on Saturday, February 23.

John Joseph McCollom, 28, of Quarry Way, Huyton, Josh Saunderson, 21, of Penine Way, Kirkby and Paul James Lee, 25, of no fixed address have been charged with possession of a Section 5 firearm, possession of heroin and cocaine with intent to supply and possession of ammunition.

All are due to appear at Liverpool and Knowsley Magistrates' Count this morning, Monday, February 24.