The Brief
Pictured is Donnell Brown, 20.
The Story
A Joliet man is in custody on multiple charges after police found him with a modified handgun during a traffic stop.
Donnell Brown, 20, is charged with the following:
- Unlawful possession of firearms – machine gun
- Armed violence
- Possession of a controlled substance
- Possession of cannabis
- Violation of pre-trial release
The charges stem from a traffic stop that occurred at 2:48 p.m. on September 14 in the 1300 block of Waverly Place. Police had pulled over 23-year-old Dakota Morris in a Ford Fusion for having a suspended registration. Brown was sitting in the front passenger seat.
Authorities said a handgun was discovered on the floorboard next to Brown’s feet. Officers removed Brown from the vehicle and took him into custody. Further investigation revealed that the handgun was modified with a switch, allowing it to fire automatically.
Brown had also been arrested on September 4 during "Operation Streetsweeper" for possessing another modified handgun with an automatic switch. Morris was issued a citation for operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration and released at the scene.
The Source
The information in this story was provided by the Joliet Police Department.
Conclusion
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of gun safety and the consequences of illegal gun possession. It is crucial for individuals to understand the laws surrounding firearms and to take necessary precautions to prevent accidents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What were the charges against Donnell Brown?
A: Brown was charged with unlawful possession of firearms – machine gun, armed violence, possession of a controlled substance, possession of cannabis, and violation of pre-trial release.
Q: What was the reason for the traffic stop?
A: The traffic stop was initiated because the driver, Dakota Morris, had a suspended registration.
Q: What was found during the traffic stop?
A: A modified handgun was discovered on the floorboard next to Brown’s feet.
Q: What was the outcome of the incident?
A: Brown was taken into custody, and Morris was issued a citation and released at the scene.
Q: What is "Operation Streetsweeper"?
A: "Operation Streetsweeper" is a police operation aimed at reducing gun violence and illegal gun possession in the community.
Q: Who provided the information for this story?
A: The information in this story was provided by the Joliet Police Department.
