In a startling turn of events, a routine traffic stop in Lake County led to a surprising discovery: a loaded handgun hidden within the confines of a vehicle. Join us as we unravel the gripping details of this incident, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the discovery and the potential implications it holds for the community.
Loaded Handgun Found During Traffic Stop In Lake County
During a traffic stop in Concord Township, a loaded gun was found beneath the driver’s seat, according to Lake County Sheriff deputies.
Deputies report that on April 1, a driver was stopped for traffic and equipment infractions at Route 44 and I-90.
According to a Facebook post by the Lake County Sheriff, when questioned if he possessed any firearms or narcotics, the driver replied in the negative.
According to deputies, a K-9 conducted an open sniff surrounding the car and detected narcotics. During the search, the weapon—a Panther Arms DA-15 firearm—and drugs were discovered.
The Lake County Sheriff wrote on Facebook, “This is an example of the type of weapon law enforcement has been coming into contact with more and more frequently.”
The driver, a 20-year-old Toledo resident, is accused of possessing drugs, carrying a hidden weapon, and handling a firearm improperly in a moving vehicle.
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