24-05-2025
New Haven man arrested after traffic stop allegedly reveals illegal firearm
WEST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A New Haven man was arrested after a traffic stop allegedly led West Haven police to find an illegal firearm on Friday.
Jose Perez-Dominguez, 45, was allegely driving on Elm Street in a Chevy Silverado with a license plate that did not match the vehicle. During the traffic stop, Perez-Dominguez was unable to produce a valid registration or insurance for the vehicle.
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A further search of the vehicle revealed a concealed Smith & Wesson .38 firearm with the serial number destroyed along with .38 ammunition and shotgun shells.
Perez-Dominguez was charged with multiple motor vehicle and criminal offenses and was held on bond.
He will appear in Milford Superior Court next week.
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