Apple Valley Felon Found with Firearm and Over 400 Grams of Suspected Meth
APPLE VALLEY, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A 54-year-old Apple Valley man was arrested after deputies recovered a firearm and over 400 grams of suspected methamphetamine during a search warrant operation, officials said.
Deputies with the Apple Valley Station conducted a narcotics sales and illegal firearms investigation that led them to a residence in the 20000 block of Sholic Road.
Investigators served a search warrant at the home on November 5, 2025, at approximately 8:43 a.m.
During the search, deputies seized approximately 403 grams of suspected methamphetamine and a firearm from the residence. The suspected narcotics were sent to the Sheriff’s crime lab for further analysis, according to a written statement from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
The suspect, identified as Floyd Avery, a 54-year-old Apple Valley resident and previously convicted felon, was arrested without incident. He was booked at High Desert Detention Center on multiple charges, including possession of a controlled substance while armed, possession of a controlled substance for sale, felon in possession of a firearm, and felon in possession of ammunition.
Authorities confirmed that Avery posted bail and was released from custody.
Anyone with information regarding the investigation is urged to contact the Apple Valley Police Station at (760) 240-7400 or Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001. Anonymous tips can be submitted via the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or online at www.wetip.com.
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