During a Halloween DUI checkpoint in Riverbank, law enforcement arrested three individuals for driving under the influence and seized two illegal “ghost” guns, which are often untraceable due to the absence of serial numbers. This operation, part of the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office initiative to curb impaired driving on a notoriously hazardous night, saw nearly 900 vehicles pass through as officers worked to enhance public safety.
The checkpoint produced notable outcomes, with one suspect attempting an illegal U-turn to evade police, resulting in their arrest and the discovery of the unregulated firearms during a vehicle search. Funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, this operation exemplifies ongoing efforts by the Stanislaus County Major Accident Investigation Team to address impaired driving and prevent potential road incidents throughout the year.
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