Drunken man who fired gun in backyard charged for recklessness

Drunken Man Who Fired Gun in Backyard Charged for Recklessness

WOODBRIDGE, VA—A local resident, Dorian Jusep Lopez Hernandez, was arrested late Tuesday night after police responded to reports of gunfire in the 14800 block of Dyer Drive.

Upon investigation, officers discovered that Lopez Hernandez, who was intoxicated at the time, had discharged multiple rounds into the ground in his backyard.

The 32-year-old was taken into custody without incident and was found in possession of a firearm. Fortunately, no injuries or property damage occurred as a result of the incident.

Lopez Hernandez faces charges including reckless handling of a firearm, carrying a concealed weapon, and public intoxication.

He is currently being held without bond, with a court date set for October 4.

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