The SAPD seized more illegal fireworks and guns this week

SAPD gang detectives conducted a vehicle stop in the area of the 4600 block of 5th Street; two LA County juvenile gang members were detained.

A loaded stolen .45 cal black semi-automatic handgun and narcotics for sales were recovered after a search of their vehicle.

While on patrol, SAPD officers observed a subject attempting to conceal what appeared to be a handgun case underneath a jacket. The subject was detained and a loaded Glock 17 was recovered.

Continuous SAPD illegal fireworks enforcement 06/14 – 06/15: 1,886 mortar/arterial shells and 500 aerial type illegal fireworks were confiscated – a total of 3 citations ($1,000 fine) given.

And the count continues … 360 mortar/arterial shells confiscated & 2 citations given ($1,000 fine) on June 18.

Art Pedroza Editor

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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