Petrer Local Police Arrest Homeless Man After Found with Firearm and Narcotics Near San Rafael District
In a daytime incident in the San Rafael neighborhood, the Petrer Local Police detained a 42-year-old homeless man after he was found carrying a pistol and other contraband in a public area. The pistol involved was made available to the Elda-Petrer National Police Station for further examination by the Forensic Police Group, and the detainee was transferred to the police facility where the case is being filed. The sequence of events began when a concerned neighbor alerted authorities about a firearm visible in a public space, prompting officers to respond swiftly and secure the scene for a formal investigation. The transfer of the detainee and the subsequent filing of relevant cases underscore the seriousness of the matter and the need to assess potential violations under local and national law. [Citation: Local Police Department]