Assault rifle discovered during arrest by Border Patrol

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A suspicious vehicle sighting led to the discovery of an assault rifle.

According to the Border Patrol Laredo Sector, on January 29, agents patrolling in south Laredo encountered a suspicious black vehicle stationed near an open storm drain. An inspection of the vehicle led to the arrest of a man who had an AK-47 assault rifle in his possession, as well as personal use marijuana.

No word other details have been shared at this time.

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