Brian Smith Arrested During Eviction for Possessing Illegal Firearms
COOK COUNTY, Ill. — A 19-year-old man, Brian Smith, was arrested during a court-ordered eviction after authorities reported he threw a bag containing illegal firearms, ammunition, and $700 in cash out of a window. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office announced Smith’s arrest on Tuesday.
Details of the Arrest
According to deputies, Smith locked himself in a bedroom when they arrived at his residence to carry out the eviction. He then threw the bag from the window, which contained handguns, ammunition, magazines, and the cash.
Charges
Smith was arrested and charged with felony aggravated unlawful use of a weapon. He was found to be in possession of the firearms without a valid Firearm Owner’s Identification card (FOID) or a concealed carry license.
Further Updates
The investigation is ongoing, and additional details have not yet been released. Authorities have stated that more updates will be provided as they become available.