23-year-old Charged After Armed Police Drama in Faringdon
Multiple Charges Laid Against Tyler Jay Little
Tyler Jay Little, 23, from Reynolds Way, Abingdon, has been hit with a string of serious charges following a Thames Valley Police probe. On Friday, March 7, 2025, he was formally charged with:
- Two counts of theft from a shop
- Possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence
- Breach of police bail conditions
- Bomb hoax
- Threats to kill
- Robbery
From Abingdon Robbery to Armed Incident in Faringdon
The charges stem from several incidents, including a robbery in Abingdon last July, shop thefts in Wantage this February, and a serious firearms-related event on Goodbody Close, Faringdon, in the early hours of March 6, 2025.
Armed Officers Make Arrest in Early Morning Raid
Armed police swooped on a property in Goodbody Close at 2:23 am on March 6, aiming to arrest Little over a firearms offence. He was taken into custody on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear and theft.
“We understand this incident may have caused concern, but we believe there is no wider threat to the public. Officers remain in the area for reassurance, and we encourage anyone with concerns to speak with our neighbourhood teams,” a Thames Valley Police spokesperson confirmed.
Next Stop: Oxford Magistrates’ Court
Tyler Jay Little is due in court today, March 7, 2025, at Oxford Magistrates’ Court to face his charges.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Anyone with more information is urged to contact Thames Valley Police on 101 or report anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
