A 26-year-old man from Hillcrest has been arrested on multiple weapons charges in Ramapo after a cab driver reported a handgun threat during a fare pickup. The disturbing incident unfolded on Rockland Lane, where the suspect allegedly displayed the firearm and chambered a round while a young child was present, escalating the verbal dispute into a dangerous situation.
Investigation led police to identify the suspect through a photo array, prompting a quick response to his residence where they recovered an un-serialized “ghost gun” along with ammunition. The man now faces serious charges, including Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Menacing, with bail set at $25,000 cash or $50,000 bond following his arraignment. This incident underscores ongoing concerns about gun safety and the alarming presence of untraceable firearms in the community.
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