Springfield Police Officers Hear Gunshots, Arrest Suspect with Illegal Firearm
Springfield, Mass. — At approximately 1:05 a.m. on Thursday August 31st, Springfield Police Officers seized an illegal firearm and arrested 37-year-old Jose Martinez on Avon Place.
Around 1:00 a.m. Springfield Police Officers patrolling in the area heard multiple gunshots coming from the direction of Avon Place and Maple Street. Officers then drove to the area and saw a man, later identified as Martinez, and a female walking on Avon Place. Officers then observed the grip of a firearm visible from Martinez’ waistband. The officers detained Martinez and recovered the firearm from his waist. Assisting officers located evidence in the area as well. Martinez was placed under arrest.
37-year-old Jose Martinez of Springfield is charged with:
- Carrying a Firearm without a License
- Possession of a High-Capacity Magazine/Feeding Device
- Discharging a Firearm within 500 Feet of a Dwelling