On Sunday, January 20, 2019, Deputy J. Gile conducted a traffic stop in the area of Michigan Avenue and Barton Road, in the city of Grand Terrace. During the traffic stop, Gile observed the driver, Benjamin Adams, attempt to hide a pistol. Adams was detained and the vehicle was searched. During the search a loaded semi-automatic 22 caliber handgun and suspected methamphetamine were located inside the vehicle. Adams was arrested and transported to Central Detention Center where he was booked for possession of a gun and possession of methamphetamine.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Deputy J. Gil e of the Central Station (909) 387-3545. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com