Police Arrest Hezekiah Parker Jr. on Firearm and Controlled Substances Charges
The police have officially arrested and charged Hezekiah Parker Jr. from Cedar Valley Heights in relation to multiple serious offences.
Details of the Operation
The charges arose from a police operation conducted at his residence in Cedar Valley Heights during the early hours of Saturday, January 10, 2026.
During this operation, law enforcement discovered:
- A Smith & Wesson .380 pistol with seven (7) matching rounds of ammunition
- 100 grams of cannabis
Charges Filed
He faces charges for:
- Unlawful possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition
- Possession of cannabis
- Possession with intent to supply
The Police Administration is committed to intensifying targeted operations aimed at removing illegal firearms and narcotics from communities, as part of its ongoing efforts to improve public safety.
Members of the community are encouraged to cooperate with law enforcement by reporting any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or the Criminal Investigations Department.
The accused is anticipated to appear in court to respond to the charges.
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