CPD: Juvenile, mother arrested; gun, drugs located
Columbus police says their officers, on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, were in the area of Decatur Court and Fleming Avenue when they observed a juvenile male standing on the corner with a bag.
He walked in a nearby store and later exited without the bag. Probable cause was established to detain the individual.
Officers recovered the bag from the store and it had the following items inside: Taurus G2C 9mm, 2 digital scales, 80.08 grams of marijuana (street value $830.80), and various plastic baggies for repackaging.
The juvenile was charged with Possession of a Firearm During Commission of a Crime, Possession of a Firearm Under the Age of 18, Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, and Possession of Drug Related Objects.
The juvenile’s mother showed up to the scene and caused a major commotion. She was taken into custody for Disorderly Conduct.
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