CPS investigation in Northern California reveals several illegal guns in household

(FOX40.COM) — A follow-up to a Child Protective Services request led to the discovery of several illegal firearms in a San Joaquin County home, according to the Lathrop Police Department.

On Thursday, LPD officers were dispatched to a residence in Lathrop after a tip from CPS. A K9 named Duke helped police locate several illegal firearms and ammunition inside the residence, according to LPD. During the investigation, officials said there was a heavy police presence near Mossdale Elementary School, however, there were no outstanding suspects or threats to the public.

The firearms were subsequently confiscated and two adults were placed under arrest, according to LPD. They were booked at the county jail and CPS handled the safety of the children.

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