Jersey's George Arnold has won gold at the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association's Spring National Shoot in the United States.

Arnold was taking part in the Mini Creedmore competition, which is shot at 500 yards with participants having 15 shots and no practice or sighters.

"The Jersey Muzzle Loaders are very proud of our president, George Arnold," said chairman David Dorgan.

"His success shows what a great sportsman he is."

Dorgan added: "He has had consistency at a high international level over many, many years."