Lewiston, N.Y. (WBEN) - U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Lewiston-Queenston Bridge say they seized a firearm from a passenger vehicle driven by a U.S. citizen.
Last week Friday, CBP officers encountered Angel Lozano, a U.S. citizen who arrived at the primary inspection area after making a wrong turn onto the border crossing. The 25-year-old was referred for secondary inspection to verify his identity, because he did not possess authorized travel documents.
During a vehicle inspection, CBP officers recovered a Springfield Armory XD5 firearm, as well as a small amount of marijuana. Additional checks revealed that Lozano had prior criminal history that prohibited him from possessing a firearm.
“Our frontline CBP officers continue to demonstrate exceptional vigilance and professionalism through their thorough inspections and quick actions,” said Joseph Draganak, port director for the Area Port of Buffalo. “Their actions prevented an unauthorized firearm from entering our communities and demonstrate our continued commitment to working closely with law enforcement partners to help keep the public safe.”
CBP officers took Lozano into custody and processed him. CBP then transferred Lozano and the firearm to the New York State Police. He was charged with criminal possession of a weapon, a felony.
Agents say the suspect made a wrong turn into the bridge crossing
Agents say the suspect made a wrong turn into the bridge crossing
