On December 7th, 2022, at about 6:51pm, New Rochelle Detectives observed a Mercedes Benz committing multiple traffic violations on the 700 block of Main Street. Detectives conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and encountered the two occupants, both Bronx residents. A DMV inquiry on the vehicle revealed that the registration had been suspended requiring the vehicle to be towed. While initiating tow procedures, Detectives located a loaded 9mm “Ghost Gun” equipped with a laser sight behind the passenger seat. Both occupants were subsequently placed under arrest without incident.

ARRESTED:
Simari Smith, 22 years of age, of the Bronx, NY.
Hayale Smith, 24 years of age, of the Bronx, NY.
CHARGES:
NYS Penal Law 265.03 Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree – C Felony
NYS Penal Law 265.36 Unlawful Possession of a Large Capacity Feeding Device – A Misdemeanor