Raynham Police seized what is referred to as a “ghost gun” following a traffic stop on March 19. (Photo Courtesy Raynham Police Department)
RAYNHAM — The Raynham Police Department has charged a Brockton man with several weapons offenses after seizing a ghost gun during a recent traffic stop.
On Thursday, March 19, at about 4 a.m., Officer Zachary DeAndrade was on patrol when he conducted a random query of a red Honda Accord and learned that the vehicle’s registration was revoked and it was uninsured.
Officer DeAndrade conducted a motor vehicle stop and identified the driver as a 22-YEAR-OLD MALE from BROCKTON.
Due to the vehicle’s status, police called a tow truck and the driver obtained a ride from the scene.
During an inventory search prior to towing, Officer Nicholas Poulin located a Glock-style 9mm firearm, which was loaded with an extended, high-capacity, 30-round magazine in the trunk. There were 19 rounds in the magazine, including one round in the chamber.
The firearm did not have a serial number and is believed to be what is referred to as a “ghost gun.” A ghost gun is a firearm where parts are purchased separately and assembled. Once completed, the firearm needs to be registered and have a serial number stamped on it to be possessed legally.
The investigation revealed that the 22-YEAR-OLD MALE was aware the firearm was under his possession and control.
The 22-YEAR-OLD MALE from BROCKTON will be summonsed to court on charges of:
- Unlawful Possession of a Large-Capacity Firearm
- Unlawful Possession of Ammunition
- Possession of a Firearm Without a Serial Number
- Possession of a Large-Capacity Feeding Device
Because the court has not yet issued a criminal complaint, the suspect’s identity cannot be released at this time.
The 22-YEAR-OLD MALE will be arraigned at a later date in Taunton District Court.
These are allegations. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.
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