The Antioch Police Department reported Friday that overnight, on three separate stops, officers recovered four illegal handguns within the City of Antioch.
DATE: 1/27/22 TIME: 1806
LOCATION: Peppertree Way at Sycamore Drive
Officer Nutt conducted a traffic enforcement stop on a vehicle being driven by Sir Stephen Forbes (22). A probable cause search was conducted, and a loaded firearm was located inside a fanny pack belonging to Sir Stephen. The gun was registered to Sir Stephen but he was illegally concealing the firearm and did not have a concealed carry permit. Sir Stephen was subsequently cited and released from the scene for the MISD weapons possession.
DATE: 1/27/22 TIME: 2238
LOCATION: G Street at W. 13th Street
Officer Miller conducted a traffic enforcement stop on a vehicle being driven by Taylor Michelson (30). A records check showed Michelson to have multiple warrants for his arrest. Michelson was taken into custody without incident and a subsequent search of his vehicle revealed a loaded Glock pistol. Michelson was transported to MDF.
Antioch Police said two other illegal firearms were recovered last night through police efforts. No additional details will be provided to protect identities of parties involved.
Information provided by the Antioch Police Department
