On Friday, March 6, 2026, deputies from the San Marcos Gang Enforcement Team (GET) stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation near the intersection of Autumn Drive and Tiger Way just after 2:00 p.m. The vehicle was occupied by four juveniles. One of the juveniles was found to be in possession of an unserialized, loaded pistol concealed in their waistband. Additionally, illegal substances and a large amount of cash were located.
Unlike weapons made by a licensed manufacturer, ghost guns don’t have a serial number or other identifiable markings. The lack of a serial number makes it extremely challenging for law enforcement agencies to track these firearms to their owner or maker, hindering or delaying investigations and crime-solving efforts.
The juvenile was arrested and his facing felony charges of carrying a loaded gun in a public place or public street and owning or possessing a gun without a serial number.
Media Contact: Sergeant Lucia Rodriguez
Lucia.Rodriguez@sdsheriff.org
San Marcos Station (760) 510-5217
