At approximately 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, Bristol officers were conducting motor vehicle enforcement on Pine Street when police stopped Shawn Rodriguez, of Bristol, for a headlight violation, Lt. Eric Hanson said. During the stop, officers noticed an improperly stored firearm inside Rodriguez’s vehicle. The firearm was later determined to be stolen.
A search of the vehicle turned up additional items, including ammunition, a large-capacity magazine, and marijuana prepared for distribution. Rodriguez was arrested and charged with stealing a firearm, improperly storing a pistol or revolver, illegally possessing a high-capacity magazine, carrying a pistol without a permit, possessing a controlled substance, and failing to display lights.
Rodriguez was processed and later released on bond. He is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 29.
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