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Police Seize Powerful Homemade Firearm
15 Oct
Summary
- Police found a functional homemade .50 BMG firearm.
- The weapon was discovered during a call for service.
- Suspect prohibited from possessing firearms was arrested.
In Menifee, law enforcement officers recently discovered a fully functional homemade firearm chambered for .50 BMG ammunition. This significant find occurred during a routine call for service at a private residence.
The weapon was found loaded with several .50 BMG rifle rounds. The unusual construction and inherent dangers of the firearm prompted the Menifee Police Department to request assistance from the Riverside County Sheriff's Department's Hazardous Device Team. This specialized unit was dispatched to safely examine and secure the weapon.
Authorities noted that the homemade gun lacked critical safety components typically present on commercially manufactured firearms. This absence was believed to significantly increase the risk of accidental discharge or injury to anyone attempting to operate it. The individual suspected of possessing this dangerous weapon was prohibited from owning firearms or ammunition. They were subsequently arrested and booked on multiple charges.
