February 16, 2022 - The Monterey County Sheriff's Office reports a months long investigation culminated on Tuesday morning, with the arrest of 27-year-old Mario Villagrana of Monterey.

Villagrana is a gang member on parole for weapons violations. The Property Crimes Unit and MADCAT have been investigating Villagrana for his involvement in various weapons and drug related crimes.

Detectives along with DEA agents conducted a parole compliance check in the 700 block of Eardley Avenue in the city of Pacific Grove.

During the investigation, our amazing K9 Olive uncovered numerous illegally possessed firearms concealed in the residence.

Detectives located a cache of weapons in various stages of assembly being manufactured in the residence. Detectives also located a large amount of cash and thousands of counterfeit M30 pills believed to contain fentanyl.

Villagrana was arrested and booked into Monterey County jail on a parole violation. along with weapons and drug violations.
Source: Monterey County Sheriff's Office