Man in King City Arrested for Weapon Possession, Battery on a Police Officer and Other Charges on March 16

On March 16, 2023, at approximately 10:13 PM, officers from the King City Police Department were dispatched to the 400 Block of Jayne Street regarding a report of subjects cocking a handgun and getting into a vehicle not known to the area. When officers arrived, a resident pointed out a vehicle. Officers contacted the vehicle and discovered 18-year-old Romeo Tejeda-Gonzalez slumped over in the back seat. As officers attempted contact with Tejada-Gonzalez, he charged them. The officers were able to stop Tejada-Gonzalez and took him into custody. Upon a search incident to arrest, a loaded handgun was located in one of Tejada-Gonzalez’ pockets. Inspection showed the handgun did not have a serial number and is frequently referred to as a “Ghost Gun.” Tejeda-Gonzalez was booked into the Monterey County Jail on multiple weapon charges, battery on a police officer, and resisting arrest.

The King City Police Department would like to thank the community for reporting suspicious activity when observed. Anyone with additional information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the King City Police Department at (831) 385-4848; Sergeant Anthony Shaw at (831) 386-5996 ashaw@kingcity.com ; or the We Tip line at 1-800-78-CRIME. Your call may remain completely anonymous.

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