BIBB COUNTY, Ga. — A gun was found during a traffic stop in what people may consider an unusual place.
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On Friday, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on Georgia Highway 247.
While searching the vehicle, deputies reportedly found a stolen handgun underneath the cushion of a child safety seat.
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Bibb County officials said the gun also had a Glock sear, known as a switch, attached to the gun.
The driver, whose name was not released was arrested and charged with theft by receiving stolen property, possession of a firearm during the commission of certain crimes, expired registration, and possession of a machine gun/dangerous weapon.
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