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Officers Seize Stash Of Guns From Stockton Assault Suspect

STOCKTON (CBS13) — A young Stockton man is under arrest after officers discovered several illegal firearms in his home, police say.

According to Stockton police, officers arrested a suspect in connection to an assault that happened earlier on Monday near San Pasqual Way and Ponce De Leon Avenue.

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Officers soon searched the suspect's home and discovered the stash of illegal firearms.

At least two rifles and a handgun with an extended clip were seized.

The suspect, 20-year-old Oscar Hernandez, was arrested and is now facing charges of assault with a deadly weapon, brandishing a firearm and other weapons charges. Police say he also had outstanding warrants.

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