February 20, 2026 2:57 PM

Driver Arrested after Stolen Vehicle, CHP officers find Multiple Guns on Southbound I-15 in Barstow

BARSTOW, CA, (Pain In The Pass) >> A man was arrested in San Bernardino County on Tuesday after California Highway Patrol say he was allegedly driving a stolen car with multiple guns inside.

On Tuesday January 13, 2026, Officers received a call of an embezzled white Buick SUV traveling southbound on Interstate 15 within the Barstow Area.

They made a traffic stop on the right shoulder of the freeway.

During the investigation, officers discovered three concealed firearms, with one fully loaded, and three magazines, one was extended.

The male driver was arrested and booked on multiple charges including: 496 PC, 25400 PC, and 32310 PC.

Vehicle was recovered and returned to the owner.

Thank you, CHP Barstow Officers, for recovering the stolen vehicles and removing firearms from roadway to protects our community and deters future crimes.

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