Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Gun and Narcotics...

Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Gun and Narcotics...

On Thursday, June 30th, at about 2:20 AM, a Hemet Police Officer conducted a traffic stop in the area of 225 S. Elk St. During the traffic stop, Officers conducted a search of the vehicle and found a loaded firearm, methamphetamine, items associated with the sales of methamphetamine, pepper spray, and a “stun gun.” The driver of the vehicle was arrested for several charges and transported to county jail.

Arrested: John Runnels
54 Years old
Residence-City of Hemet
Probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance

Charges: Possession of a controlled substance while armed with a loaded firearm, Possession of a controlled substance for sales, Felon in possession of a firearm, Felon in possession of pepper spray, Felon in possession of a “stun gun”, possession of stolen firearm, and Probation violation.

Bail: $45,000