Three individuals are in custody following a police raid that uncovered an illegal gun manufacturing operation in a Visalia home. At approximately 9:30 AM, the Tulare Area Auto Theft Team and Visalia Police were searching for a wanted person when they stumbled upon firearms and evidence indicating the production of illegal weapons. The suspects were arrested not only on weapon-related charges but also for outstanding warrants.
During the raid, officers encountered a second suspect who was found hiding in the attic and attempted to evade capture. Officers employed non-lethal methods to ensure a safe arrest without injury. This ongoing investigation is being supported by the California Department of Justice’s TARGET Task Force, highlighting the collaborative efforts to address illegal firearms in the community.
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