Dec. 31—WILLMAR
— A 19-year-old male from Willmar was arrested at approximately 7:37 p.m. Friday for outstanding warrants after the vehicle he was driving was stopped for speeding near the intersection of 19th Avenue and 11th Street Southwest, according to a
Willmar Police Department
news release.
During the arrest, a loaded handgun was discovered under the seat of the vehicle, which was also occupied by two juveniles.
The 19-year-old male was transported to the Kandiyohi County Jail pending warrant charges of third degree riot, fifth degree assault and disorderly conduct. New charges potentially include possessing a pistol without a permit, driving after revocation and speeding.
A 16-year-old male was also arrested and transported to Prairie Lakes Youth Programs. His potential charges include possession of a pistol by a juvenile.
The firearm was taken as evidence and the investigation remains ongoing.
The
Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office
assisted in the arrests.
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