Metra Police Arrest Passenger Armed with Several Firearms

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Metra Police arrested a man Saturday in possession of several loaded weapons aboard a Chicago-bound train from Joliet, a police bulletin shows.

Michael Garafalo, 55, was armed with a pellet rifle in a case and a loaded pistol and two loaded handguns in his waistband, according to police.  He was also allegedly armed with 454 rounds of ammunition and 12 magazines in a backpack.

Michael Garafalo is charged with misdemeanor unlawful use of weapon and possession of ammunition. (Credit: Metra Police)

Garafalo was charged with misdemeanor unlawful use of weapon and possession of ammunition and was transported to Will County for processing.

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