Short-barreled rifle, ammunition, and suspended license discovered following traffic stop in Oxnard
OXNARD, Calif. – A driver with a suspended license and two prior felony convictions was stopped by officers with the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit and a search of the vehicle revealed a short-barreled rifle and a loaded magazine.
The traffic stop occurred in the 500 block of East Third Street on Mar. 24 around 6:02 p.m.
The drivers previous felony convictions for firearms violations and felony assault prohibited him from possessing firearms or ammunition.
According to Oxnard Police Department, the driver is a documented street gang member.
Anyone with information about this case or other criminal activity is asked to contact Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7600 or you can remain anonymous by contacting the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.