K-9 Nina Helps Deputies Locate AR-15-Style Rifle During Search of Victorville Home
VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — Deputies recovered an assault-style rifle during the service of a search warrant at a Victorville home Sunday night, leading to the arrest of a 37-year-old resident, authorities said.
The investigation began around 10:07 p.m. on March 1, 2026, when Deputy K. Robinson of the Victorville Police Department investigated the illegal possession of firearms at a residence in the 14000 block of Honeysuckle Street.
According to a written statement from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, during the service of a search warrant at the home, deputies detained multiple occupants without incident.
Authorities said K-9 Nina assisted in the search and helped deputies locate an AR-15-style rifle, defined as an assault weapon under California law, along with two loaded magazines.
Francisco Gonzalez, a 37-year-old Victorville resident, was arrested and booked at the High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto on suspicion of possession of an assault weapon, in violation of California Penal Code 30605(a).
Anyone with information about the investigation is asked to contact the Victorville Police Station at (760) 241-2911 or Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001.
Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact the We-Tip hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or submit information online at www.wetip.com.
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