Armed Suspect Arrested in Queens Following Traffic Stop
Arrest Details
A man was arrested in Queens after a traffic stop resulted in the discovery of a number of weapons and threatening writings with him, according to law enforcement sources. The suspect, 27-year-old Judd Sanson, was pulled over by officers patrolling in the area around 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning.
Breaching the Car
The officers were responding to a report of a vehicle with an obscured license plate, and upon approaching the suspect’s Ford Explorer, they discovered a range of items, including a .9-mm Glock handgun, nine loaded magazines, heavy body armor, an NYPD uniform, a stun gun, a weighted whip, handcuffs, two axes, and an NYC Transit vest.
Charges and Investigation
Sanson is expected to be charged with criminal possession of a weapon (loaded firearm), criminal possession of aweapon, unlawful possession of an ammo feed device, and obscured license plate. The NYPD is currently leading the investigation, with the NY Joint Terrorism Task Force and other law enforcement agencies notified due to some of the alarming written messages found on the suspect’s person.
Investigative Efforts
As the investigation is still in its early stages, authorities are working to determine the suspect’s motives and whether he was attempting to self-radicalize in the name of terrorism. The NYPD’s Chief of Department, Jeffrey Maddrey, stated that it is too early to know the man’s motive and whether there was any terrorist-related intent.
Conclusion
The arrest of Judd Sanson serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilant law enforcement and community collaboration in preventing and responding to potential threats.
FAQs
Q: What was the suspect’s claim to the police?
A: The police did not provide an official statement on the suspect’s claims, citing an ongoing investigation.
Q: What was the suspect’s supposed intent behind carrying these items?
A: It is unclear at this stage, as the investigation is ongoing, but authorities are working to determine the suspect’s motives.
Q: Will there be any charges filed against the suspect?
A: Yes, the suspect is expected to be charged with criminal possession of a weapon, criminal possession of a weapon, unlawful possession of an ammo feed device, and obscured license plate.
