Firearms

A joint law enforcement investigation targeting violent gang activity in the Las Cruces area resulted in multiple seizures and legal actions. The operation yielded federal and state criminal charges, the seizure of firearms and illegal drugs, and led to the resolution of 11 drive-by shootings.

A couple in St. Clair Shores, Jason and Megan Showers, was accused of throwing an explosive labeled “BYE BYE” at their neighbor’s yard. Authorities found firearms, ammunition, and materials for making explosives during a search warrant execution at the Showers' home. The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office charged both individuals with multiple counts, including placing explosives near a property.

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The police in Kaduna arrested Abdullahi Muhammad and Danbala Jibrin, recovering 10 firearms, fake currency, and 410 rustled cattle. The suspects were allegedly linked to a counterfeit currency network.

A months-long Austin Police investigation resulted in arrests and the seizure of mail keys, drugs, and firearms. Details were shared during a press conference.

A weeklong gang enforcement operation in San Bernardino County resulted in 84 arrests, the seizure of over 20 firearms, and nearly two dozen search warrants executed. The operation, named Operation Consequences, was led by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department and involved multiple agencies.

A man was arrested in Guntur for possessing a fake arms license and illegally holding firearms. The incident highlights violations of firearms regulations in the region.

A five-month Williamson County narcotics investigation led to two arrests and the seizure of methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, firearms, and cash during searches in Elgin and Taylor.

Two individuals were arrested in Elizabeth City after firearms and narcotics were discovered during a domestic violence investigation at a residence on Sulidae Court. The Elizabeth City Police Department confirmed the arrests and findings.

Two children were safely removed from a home in Pueblo after a search warrant revealed illegal narcotics, cash, and firearms. The Pueblo Police Department and SWAT team executed the warrant on July 22.

Two parents and a student were charged after firearms were found on the campus of Merritt Academy in Macomb County. The investigation revealed the student had firearms in a vehicle parked on school property, and the student's mother, who was the school’s dean of students, handled the situation without notifying the assigned school resource officer.

Michael Paul West was indicted in Mathews Circuit Court following his arrest earlier this year for a larceny case. He is scheduled for a Grand Jury hearing on July 22 and faces charges alongside Shanon Marie Smith involving firearms and jewelry.

Brandon Booth, a GEO Group employee, was arrested after firing a gun at two protesters near an immigrant detention center in Aurora, Colorado. Booth claimed he perceived threats to his children's safety from the protesters, who he said targeted his license plate and referenced his children's school. The arrest affidavit states the protesters did not explicitly threaten Booth's family, but he described the incident as impulsive and aimed to scare them.

The Santa Clara Police Department reported a robbery involving a $13,000 Pokémon card at Rivermark Plaza. A suspect was identified and found in possession of two firearms.

An Austin man was sentenced to over 18 years in federal prison for trafficking fentanyl and possessing firearms. The conviction was linked to a fatal overdose.

The Pflugerville Police Department is searching for suspects accused of stealing 34 firearms from GT Distributors, a gun store located on New Meister Lane. The burglary occurred on July 2.

Rep. Chuck Edwards gave personalized handguns to two young female staffers in 2024 in North Carolina, leading to a House Ethics Committee investigation into alleged sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. He also arranged a surprise musical performance for one of the staffers during a birthday party, which she found embarrassing.

Police foiled a cult initiation and recovered firearms, along with abandoned vehicles, cell phones, and suspected cult regalia. The operation involved seizing multiple items linked to the suspected cult activity.

Three new officers, Isaac Mendez, Loris Volery, and Kevin Martinez, joined the Pasadena Police Department after completing a six-month basic law enforcement academy in Orange County. They graduated July 9 from the Orange County Sheriff’s Regional Training Academy, having received training in criminal law, patrol procedures, defensive tactics, firearms, and community-oriented policing.

Nassau police seized 47 firearms, cocaine, and heroin in a major gun-trafficking case. Six individuals were arrested in connection with the case.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police identify violent crimes involving children and teens as a top concern, citing a 58% increase in juvenile firearm-related assaults this year. Chief Estella Patterson highlights social media disputes escalating to shootings and advocates for parental responsibility in securing firearms, while a local teen shares his experience of turning away from criminal activity.

The ATF is offering a $6,000 reward for information on a July 2 burglary at a Pflugerville gun store where 34 firearms were stolen. The vehicle used in the theft was reported stolen from Austin and later found abandoned.

A former Manitoba MP, Inky Mark, acknowledges illegally transferring three firearms after police seized over 400 weapons from his home. He denies trafficking firearms.

Smyrna officials may overturn the town's ban on firearms in parks following a court ruling deeming the law unconstitutional. A public hearing is scheduled to update town code to align with Tennessee's firearm laws, including changes to discharging firearms during lawful hunting within town limits.

The Nigeria Police Force rescued 12 kidnapped victims and arrested 15 suspects during nationwide operations. They also recovered firearms, ammunition, stolen vehicles, and other exhibits across 11 states within 24 hours.

California Highway Patrol K-9 teams conducted nearly 1,700 enforcement searches in 2025, seizing over 21,170 pounds of illegal narcotics, including marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl, and heroin, along with illegal firearms and explosives.

Chicago police seized multiple firearms from a Bridgeport home after a domestic dispute, according to witnesses and police. The incident occurred on Sunday and involved a domestic altercation.

A months-long narcotics investigation in Cedar Park, sparked by a Crime Stoppers tip, resulted in three arrests and the seizure of drugs, firearms, and thousands in cash.

A community tip about suspected drug activity led to the arrests of two people, the seizure of illegal drugs and firearms, and the rescue of six neglected dogs, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Federal investigators seized 68 kilograms of cocaine and dozens of firearms in Middle Tennessee, leading to the arrest of three individuals on federal drug charges.

Three people were arrested and seven firearms were seized after law enforcement in Cedar Park responded to a report of shots fired on July 4. The incident led to charges against the three individuals.

Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) arrested two men in the central Galgaduud region and transferred them to Mogadishu for prosecution over alleged illegal possession of firearms.

More than 140 Palestinian citizens of Israel have been killed this year, a 12 percent increase from the same period in 2025. The deaths are attributed to criminal gangs, family feuds, widespread firearms access, and inadequate police enforcement, according to data from the Abraham Initiatives.

Deputies on the Eastern Plains seized more than a dozen firearms, tactical gear, thousands of rounds of ammunition, methamphetamines, and a potential explosive from a property containing a 'potential booby trap.'

Pasadena Police Department K-9 Chase, a Springer Spaniel, retired after nine years of service. During his career, he helped seize millions in cash, hundreds of firearms, and large quantities of illegal narcotics.

Federal authorities dismantled a gun trafficking ring that transported firearms from Georgia to Chicago gangs. Prosecutors allege one defendant purchased at least 22 firearms over 10 months, some of which were converted to fully automatic weapons.

Police responded to a shooting inside a home, leading to an armed standoff and the seizure of a dozen firearms. A man is facing multiple charges for firing a gun inside the residence and refusing to surrender for hours.

A Nashville man was arrested in Kentucky on drug trafficking and firearm charges. Officials confirmed he had an active warrant in the U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky for these offenses.

Surveillance video in York County, S.C., shows a suspect appearing to dance with a gun during a car theft. Deputies released the footage to urge residents to lock vehicles and secure valuables, as no arrests or specific details about the incident were confirmed.

The Rivers State Police Command arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered five firearms and live ammunition through intelligence-led operations. Investigators are working to dismantle an alleged criminal network linked to the suspect.