Convicted Felon Arrested in Hesperia with Stolen Gun and Meth During Traffic Stop
HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A convicted felon from Boron was arrested after deputies discovered a stolen firearm, suspected methamphetamine, and drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop in Hesperia.
The arrest occurred on Monday, November 17, 2025, at approximately 1:09 a.m., near the intersection of Bear Valley Road and Eleventh Avenue. Deputy Velasquez conducted the stop after observing a silver Honda Odyssey with inoperable taillights.
The driver, identified as 35-year-old Juan Miguel Gonzalez-Conn, was found to be a convicted felon and was ordered out of the vehicle.
During a subsequent search, deputies located a loaded silver Taurus .38 caliber revolver with several rounds of ammunition. The firearm was later confirmed to be stolen out of Nevada, according to a written statement from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
Deputies also found a clear plastic bag containing suspected methamphetamine, a scale, and additional smaller plastic bags concealed in a larger bag on the back seat of the vehicle.
Gonzalez-Conn was arrested and booked at High Desert Detention Center (HDDC) for multiple charges, including felon in possession of a firearm, possession of drugs for sales, and possession of a controlled substance while armed.
Authorities urge anyone with information related to this case to contact the Hesperia Station at 760-947-1500. Anonymous tips can be submitted through We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME or wetip.com.
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