Photo: Stolen Vehicle| El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office
Weapons evidence collected during arrest| El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office
El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office (EDSO) deputies made a significant arrest on Monday night after observing a stolen vehicle being driven on the road. According to the authorities, deputies conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, leading to the arrest of the driver who was later identified as a convicted felon.
During the arrest, deputies discovered a concealed, loaded firearm inside the vehicle, which raised serious concerns about the driver’s intentions.
Tampered ignition from stolen vehicle | El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office
The ignition of the vehicle was also found to have been tampered with, providing further confirmation of the vehicle’s stolen status.
The incident occurred in the late night hours, and the driver’s identity has not been released yet. However, the EDSO confirmed that the individual is currently in custody and will face several charges related to the incident.
