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Traffic Stops Lead to Male Arrested with Concealed Firearm

On August 28, 2021 just after 8:30 p.m., officers assigned to Glendale Police Department’s patrol unit were working a traffic enforcement detail when they observed a vehicle near the intersection of Lincoln Ave. and Colorado St. with tinted windows and no front license plate.

The officers initiated a traffic stop, and upon contacting the driver (later identified as 28-year-old Irwin Sanchez of Glendale) noticed a gun cleaning kit on the front passenger floorboard.  A search of the vehicle produced an unlocked gun box with a pistol inside of it.  Also in the gun box was a loaded magazine, and in the back of the vehicle was two boxes of ammunition.

Sanchez was subsequently arrested for carrying a concealed weapon. 

Glendale Police Department officers continue to proactively patrol the city to keep residents and visitors safe.  Please note that you can always report suspicious activity to our non-emergency line by calling (818) 548-4911.  If you require immediate assistance, please call 9-1-1.