February 26, 2023 - Merced – Merced Police Department officials report Armando Romero,21, was arrested on illegal possession of a firearm and gang enhancements.
On Saturday, February 25th, 2023 at 10:05 PM, Officer Ashley Adame made a traffic stop on a vehicle near M Street & Lehigh Drive. The driver consented to a search of the vehicle. The passenger, Romero, exited and officers noticed he was cradling an object in his waistband. Officers gained control of his arms and a loaded firearm fell from his waistband down to the ground.
The firearm was a Glock 9MM semi-automatic weapon. Romero was arrested for illegal possession of a firearm and gang enhancements. He was booked into custody at the Merced County Jail.
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Source: Merced Police Department