During a midnight patrol on July 4, 2025, officers in the Hillcrest area initiated a traffic stop after observing a vehicle with multiple violations, including inoperable lights and a suspended registration.

Upon further investigation, officers discovered a .25-caliber handgun, suspected crack cocaine, and various items of drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. The driver, a 46-year-old female resident of Spring Valley, was taken into custody at the scene.

She has been charged with the following offenses:

• Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance

• Criminal Possession of a Weapon

• Multiple Vehicle and Traffic Law Violations

The suspect was arraigned and released on her own recognizance, in accordance with current legal guidelines. She is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

This arrest highlights our continued commitment to maintaining public safety and enforcing the law. We commend the officers involved for their vigilance and professionalism in helping keep our community safe.