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Traffic Stop Uncovers Ghost Gun and Narcotics in El Paso

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On Sunday, the El Paso County Sheriff's Office apprehended three individuals, including a teenager, following a traffic stop of a wrong-way driver near N Zaragoza Road and Pellicano Drive. During the stop, deputies discovered a ghost gun, marijuana, and suspected illegal narcotics, along with military-issued equipment. The ghost gun, a pistol-style rifle, lacked any serial number or identifying marks. The arrested individuals face multiple charges, including possession of marijuana and unlawful carrying of a weapon, with bonds ranging from $50 to $5,000. Additional charges may be forthcoming pending further analysis of the narcotics.

Key Details: • Traffic stop occurred near N Zaragoza Road and Pellicano Drive. • Individuals arrested: Harrison Lee Chambers II (31), Jurell Stylz Carruthers (17), Kason Oshae Cofield (19). • Bonds set at $100, $5,000 for Chambers and Carruthers; $50, $2,500 for Cofield. • Potential for more charges as narcotics analysis is pending.

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El Paso County Sheriff's OfficePellicano DriveN Zaragoza RoadHarrison Lee Chambers IIJurell Stylz CarruthersKason Oshae Cofield

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