July 13, 2026 – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department officials report that last week Lakewood Sheriff's Station, Bellflower Special Assignment Officers (SAO) located and arrested a wanted suspect in connection with a criminal threats and assault with a deadly weapon investigation.

Due to the suspect’s documented gang affiliation, extensive criminal history, and probation status, deputies conducted a probation compliance search. During the search, deputies recovered an illegally possessed firearm, ammunition, and a stolen vehicle.

This investigation involved extensive follow-up, surveillance operations, witness interviews, evidence collection, probation searches, and close coordination with patrol personnel, detectives, and the District Attorney’s Office. Their collaborative efforts resulted in the apprehension of a violent gang member, the recovery of an illegally possessed firearm, and the recovery of a stolen vehicle.

The suspect was booked on the following felony charges:

• PC 422 – Criminal Threats (2 Counts)
• PC 245(a)(1) – Assault with a Deadly Weapon (2 Counts)
• VC 10851(a) – Unlawful Driving or Taking of a Stolen Vehicle
• PC 29800(a)(1) – Felon in Possession of a Firearm
• PC 30305(a)(1) – Prohibited Person in Possession of Ammunition

Additional gang and weapons-related enhancements are being sought as part of the prosecution.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department remains committed to holding violent offenders accountable and keeping our communities safe through proactive enforcement and strong partnerships with our investigative teams.

Source & photo: Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department