16-year-old boy arrested after bringing loaded gun to Adelanto sheriff’s station – VVNG.com

ADELANTA, CA (VVNG.com) — A 16-year-old from Adelanto was arrested after he walked into the Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station with a gun and large-capacity magazines, officials said.

On Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, a teenager walked into the secure parking lot of the station, located at 11613 Bartlett Avenue, armed with two firearms, both loaded with high-capacity magazines, officials said.

According to the press release, “when the deputy entered the closed premises, the minor walked through the facility and directly to the deputy who was sitting in his car. Deputies were able to disarm the suspect and detain him without incident. Once at the precinct, the suspect tried to start a fight with the deputies.”

The juvenile was arrested and booked into the High Desert Juvenile Detention and Assessment Center in Apple Valley.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Deputy L. Melo at the Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station at 760-552-6800. Callers can remain anonymous and contact We-Tip at 800-78CRIME or www.wetip.com.

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