SANTA MONICA—On Tuesday, June 9, the Santa Monica Police Department confiscated a loaded handgun and various drug paraphernalia. Officers conducting patrol in the area of Appian Way and Arcadia Terrace observed a vehicle parked in violation of several municipal and vehicle code sections.
During the contact, officers observed open containers of alcohol, marijuana, and a nitrous oxide tank in plain view. All four occupants of the vehicle were under the age of 21 and arrested for various drug and gun charges.
A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of a loaded handgun. The name of the individual has not been disclosed to the public. Anyone with details related to criminal activity in Santa Monica is asked to contact the Santa Monica Police Department at 310-458-8491.
