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Man Arrested For Weapons And Drugs In Amador County

AMADOR COUNTY (CBS13) — Friday Night, a man was arrested for weapons and drug possession, said the Amador County Sheriff's Office.

A deputy was patrolling the area of Pioneer Creek Road in Pioneer when he spotted a car with an expired registration.

After pulling the man over, the deputy found a loaded handgun which was later determined to be stolen.

Additionally, methamphetamine and hypodermic needles were found in the truck.

The driver has been identified as 49-year-old John Westfall III of West Point and was arrested and booked for various firearm and drug-related violations.

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