Cops Opened His Trunk & Everything Changed

Summary

In a routine traffic stop, Officer Murphy encounters a driver, Randy, who swerves erratically. Despite claiming local familiarity, Randy lacks a driver's license and registration. A search reveals an open container, leading to the discovery of a significant stash of cocaine, firearms, and ammunition in the vehicle. Randy resists arrest, escalating the situation. He is detained on charges including possession with intent to deliver, unlawful weapon possession, and resisting arrest. The case awaits judicial proceedings, emphasizing his right to be considered innocent until proven guilty.

Takeaways

• 🚔 The encounter began as a routine traffic stop due to the driver swerving into oncoming lanes.
• 🔍 Officer Murphy noticed the driver, Randy, did not have a driver's license or registration on him but claimed to have insurance.
• 🌆 Randy mentioned he was new to the area, having been there for five to six months, and was using a map for navigation.
• 🔎 The officer asked Randy to step out of the car for a pat-down and to check for any weapons, which Randy agreed to.
• 🚫 An open container was found in the car, leading to a search for additional open containers and the discovery of a significant amount of drugs and weapons.
• 🔍 The search revealed a large quantity of cocaine, a Glock gun case (without the gun), and a large number of rounds of ammunition.
• 🚨 Randy attempted to flee and resist arrest, which led to a struggle and the use of additional restraints.
• 🔏 Randy was detained on multiple charges including possession with intent to deliver, unlawful possession of a weapon, and resisting arrest.
• 💸 A total of six bags of cocaine weighing 361 grams, $3,100 in cash, and various ammunition rounds were seized as evidence.
• 🏢 Randy was taken to the police department for further questioning by a detective, and he claimed ownership of the drugs, guns, and ammo.

Q & A

What was the initial reason for the traffic stop?

The initial reason for the traffic stop was that the driver swerved into oncoming lanes and was swerving between different lanes.

Why did Officer Murphy ask the driver to step out of the car?

Officer Murphy asked the driver to step out of the car to discuss an open container found in the vehicle and to pat him down for weapons.

What was found in the driver's pocket?

It is unclear what was found in the driver's pocket as the driver did not allow the officer to reach in and grab it.

What did the driver claim to have in his other bag?

The driver claimed to have insurance in his other bag, but did not have his driver's license or registration on him at the time of the stop.

Why did the driver attempt to run away?

The driver attempted to run away after Officer Murphy found a gun in the back of the car and told the driver to get on the ground.

What illegal substances were found in the car?

A significant amount of cocaine was found in the car, with six bags containing a total of 361 grams.

What type of weapons and ammunition were discovered in the vehicle?

A Glock gun case, 241 rounds of handgun ammunition for three different handguns, 18 rifle rounds, seven Glock magazines, and a high capacity drum magazine for an AR-15 were discovered.

How much money was found in the car?

$3,100 in cash was found in the car and placed into the evidence locker.

What charges was the driver, Randy, arrested for?

Randy was arrested for possession with intent to deliver controlled substance, unlawful possession of a weapon, armed habitual criminal, and resisting arrest.

What citations did Randy receive?

Randy received citations for driving while his license was suspended or revoked, an uninsured vehicle, and improper lane usage.

What was the outcome of the detective's interview with Randy?

During the interview, Randy took ownership of the cocaine, guns, and ammo found in the car.