Man Arrested for Firearms Charges

New Bedford, MA – Police have arrested a local man on firearm charges.

On Tuesday, August 20th, officers were conducting an investigation that led them to 306 N. Front St., #3S. While there, they encountered ANDRES COSME-MATEO, 21. Based on the officers’ observations and information, ANDRES was found to be in possession of a 38-caliber revolver, 39 rounds of 9mm ammo, and one 10-round high-capacity magazine.

Officers also located a bag containing a high-capacity magazine and 12 rounds of 9mm ammo. COSME-MATEO has no license to possess the firearm or the ammunition. He was placed under arrest and charged with possession of a firearm and ammunition without license, two counts of possession of a large capacity feeding device, and improper storage of a gun.

Ofc. Matthew Costa was the arresting officer.

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