Crime & Safety

Derby Man Arrested on Gun Charges in Shelton

The arrest stems from a handgun theft reported in 2014.

Shelton Police arrested a Derby man on an active arrest warrant Monday.

Jonathan Rodriguez, 22 was charged with theft of a firearm. The arrest stems from a complaint of a stolen handgun from a locked vehicle in the spring of 2014 on Canal Street in Shelton.

Police said investigation revealed the gun was sold to a local gun store which was traced back to Rodriguez.

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Rodriguez posted a $25,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court Sept. 3.

image via Shelton Police

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