A 27-year-old man is arrested early Tuesday morning after being found with a shotgun and a handgun in front of the Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree, California. Hospital staff alerted authorities about the man’s behavior, which led them to implement a temporary lockdown for safety reasons.
The man, identified as a Yucca Valley resident with a prior felony conviction, faces charges for being a felon in possession of firearms. His arrest highlights ongoing concerns about gun safety and public security, especially near healthcare facilities that prioritize patient safety. This incident raises questions about the prevalence of gun-related issues in community spaces.
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