The Orlando Police Department recently shared another example of successful proactive policing for a safer city.
Earlier this month, police officers with the West Patrol Division- Echo Alpha Days squad were in the area of LB McCleod Road and Vineland Road proactively patrolling. They conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic infraction. Here’s a photo of the stolen gun and drugs that police found:
According to OPD, during their traffic stop, they had reason to believe drugs were in the vehicle at which time a search followed.
The search led to the officers finding a bag with a firearm that was determined to be stolen as well as 4 ounces of cannabis packaged for sale. The occupant that was holding the bag was a 4-time convicted felon.
Local law enforcement reminds all residents to remember, “See Something, Say Something” by calling Crimeline or 9-1-1.
You can call Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS (8477) where your information will be taken in strictest confidence. Your identity will be protected and you will never have to give your name. You will be given a confidential tip code number. Tips that lead to the felony arrest of suspects and/or the recovery of stolen property and drugs may be eligible for cash rewards of up to $1,000. All tips eligible for a reward are paid to tipsters using an anonymous process. Remember, if you witness a crime in progress, you should call 911.
