32-year old suspect arrested after firearm, drugs found in vehicle, Merced police say
A traffic stop led to the arrest of a 32-year old suspect on suspicion of possessing a loaded firearm and narcotics on Friday in Merced, according to police.
An officer pulled over a vehicle driven by Kevin Bertuccio, 32, for a lighting equipment violation Friday, according to a social media post by the Merced Police Department.
A search of the vehicle uncovered a loaded firearm and over 350 grams of methamphetamine.
Bertuccio was arrested for weapons violations and possession of a controlled substance for sale.
Merced police are asking anyone with any information regarding this crime to contact Officer Centeno at 209-388-7742 or by email at Centenoa@CityofMerced.org.
Shawn Jansen
Merced Sun-Star