Pontiac, MI — Five people were arrested in Pontiac after deputies found them allegedly carrying illegal firearms.
According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, members of the department’s Directed Patrol Unit (DPU) arrested five individuals during enforcement activity in Pontiac within the last 24 hours.
Authorities said each person arrested had prior arrests and was allegedly found in possession of a firearm despite being legally prohibited or otherwise unlawfully carrying the weapon. Photos released by the sheriff’s office show multiple handguns, magazines, and ammunition recovered during the arrests.
The sheriff’s office did not immediately release the names of the suspects or the specific charges they may face. However, officials confirmed the arrests were part of ongoing patrol efforts aimed at reducing illegal gun possession and violent crime in the Pontiac area.
According to the department, Directed Patrol Unit deputies focus on targeted enforcement in areas where repeated public safety concerns or crime patterns have been reported. The arrests and gun seizures occurred during those patrol operations.
Illegal firearm possession charges in Michigan can carry significant penalties, particularly for individuals with prior criminal histories or felony convictions. Prosecutors will review each case to determine formal charges.
Officials said removing illegally possessed firearms from the streets is a priority for deputies working in high-activity patrol zones throughout Oakland County.
The sheriff’s office encouraged residents to report suspicious activity as patrol teams continue proactive enforcement in Pontiac neighborhoods.
For commuters, students, and young workers traveling through Pontiac, enforcement activity may remain visible as patrol teams continue targeted operations.
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