CHIPPENHAM doorman John Heap carried a 65,000 volt stun gun capable of killing someone.

Heap, 40, of Wood Lane, kept the gun in his car because he was worried about threats from people he had refused entry to at the Bristol nightclub where he worked.

Heap pleaded guilty to having a prohibited weapon when he appeared before magistrates in Chippenham on Monday, December10, He also pleaded guilty to two counts of possessing cannabis.

Amanda Sawetz, prosecuting, said police found the gun in the glove compartment when they searched his car.

She said: "It was a Founder 907 BOP Electric Shocker, capable of up to 65,000 volts."

Michael Wills, defending, said Heap had had the gun for several years but had never used it.

He said: "Mr Heap is a large man and not easily frightened, but he has been concerned for his own safety."

Mr Wills said Heap had been followed home from Bristol before and was concerned for his safety from people he had refused to let into the club.

He said: "Because he has refused entry to people he has been threatened with violence. It the stun gun is a dangerous piece of kit and could kill if used properly."

Heap was given 80 hours' community service and ordered to pay £118 costs.