(KRON) — A convicted felon was found in possession of a handgun and various drugs during a traffic stop near the intersection of 18th Street and Chanslor Avenue in Richmond earlier this week, according to the Richmond Police Department.
The driver allegedly confessed to having ammunition but told officers there was no gun in the car, Richomnd PD said. A search of the car allegedly revealed a loaded handgun and a stash of drugs packaged for sale, including cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, MDMA and marijuana.
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“To everyone’s surprise (not really), a search revealed a loaded firearm hidden away,” Richmond PD wrote on social media. “But that wasn’t all — officers also discovered an alarming stash of drugs.”
Drugs allegedly packaged for sale were seized during a traffic stop in Richmond. (Richmond PD)
A loaded handgun was also seized during the traffic stop, according to police. (Richmond PD)
The driver was arrested and faces drug and weapons charges.
“This proactive action means fewer drugs and one less gun on our streets, making our community a safer place,” Richmond PD said.
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