Arrest - Weapons Investigation - 300 Block Avenue W South

A man is facing numerous charges after Police found him to be in possession of multiple weapons last night.

Shortly before 11:00 p.m., September 28, 2020, Patrol officers stopped a man for operating a bicycle on the sidewalk and without a light. The man attempted to provide a false name to officers and was subsequently arrested. Further investigation found him to be in possession of a CO2 BB handgun, brass knuckles, bear spray, methamphetamine and cocaine. He also had a backpack in which officers located a sawed off rifle, another can of bear spray, multiple cell phones and $355 in cash.

The 36-year-old is charged with Possession of a Dangerous Weapon (x5), Carrying a Concealed Weapon (x5), Possession of a Prohibited Weapon, Unauthorized Possession of Firearm, Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition, Tampering with Serial Number, Obstruction, and Possession of Methamphetamine and Cocaine. He was also arrested on outstanding warrant.

(Occurrence Number: 20-100898)