Federal and state forces capture three with automatic weapons in Culiacán; one is a minor

Federal and state forces in Culiacán, Sinaloa, have apprehended three individuals, one of whom is a minor, carrying automatic weapons and tactical gear. The arrests occurred in the Molino de las Flores neighborhood following a patrol that identified a vehicle linked to recent alleged criminal activities.

During a routine patrol in southern Culiacán, military personnel observed a young man driving a truck that matched a report of being associated with recent crimes. As they attempted to stop him, he fled. The situation escalated when personnel noticed a motorcyclist carrying a backpack, appearing to have an automatic weapon.

When signaled to stop, the motorcyclist fled, eventually abandoning his motorcycle and entering a house. A subsequent search of the area led to the discovery of two other men inside the residence, one of whom was carrying backpacks containing weapons, magazines, and ammunition. Both were also wearing tactical vests.

Authorities confiscated a significant arsenal, including an M&P rifle, an M4 rifle, an AVSK rifle chambered in 7.62x39 mm, nine loaded magazines, 270 rounds of ammunition, and two tactical vests with ballistic plates. A motorcycle was also seized, though it was not reported stolen.