Driver busted after illegal car rally as stolen gun found in vehicle, police say
LAUREL, Md. — A late-night illegal car rally involving dozens of vehicles led to an arrest after officers discovered a stolen, loaded handgun inside one driver’s car, police said.
The incident unfolded around 11:30 p.m. on March 13 in the 14400 block of Cherry Lane, where officers found roughly 100 vehicles participating in the gathering.
Authorities said the crowd was dispersed, and officers conducted a traffic stop on one vehicle leaving the area.
The driver, identified as 20-year-old Diego Emmanuel Guerra of Woodbridge, Virginia, was taken into custody.
During the stop, officers recovered a loaded handgun from inside the vehicle. Investigators later determined the weapon had been reported stolen out of Texas.
Guerra is facing multiple handgun-related charges, including possession of a loaded firearm and possession of a stolen gun.
He was transported to the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections.
Police officials warned that illegal car rallies pose serious safety risks and said enforcement efforts will continue.
Key Points
- Illegal car rally involving about 100 vehicles reported in Laurel
- Traffic stop led to arrest of Virginia driver
- Loaded handgun recovered from inside vehicle