Semi-automatic Gun, Bullet-proof Vest Seized In Emeryville

EMERYVILLE, CA — Police arrested two East Bay suspects Sunday night in Emeryville after finding a stolen semi-automatic gun, a ballistic vest and narcotics in their car.

Shortly before 11 p.m., an officer saw a car making erratic lane changes and cutting off other drivers near Powell Street and Christie Avenue.

The officer pulled the driver over near Bay Street and during the stop, a search of the car revealed a loaded semi-automatic pistol under the driver's seat. A computer check showed the gun had been reported stolen, according to police.

Officers also found a backpack within reach of the passenger that contained numerous narcotic pills and a second loaded handgun. A ballistic vest was also found in the car's trunk, police said.

William Ponce Ramirez, 18, of Antioch, and Gustavo Barrer, 21, of Bay Point, were arrested on suspicion of multiple firearms and narcotics counts.

— Bay City News

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