Teen arrested near Norfolk for reportedly stolen handgun

An 18-year-old was arrested near Norfolk after he had a reportedly stolen handgun on him.

December 5, 2023Updated: December 5, 2023
News Channel NebraskaBy News Channel Nebraska

NORFOLK, Neb. -- An 18-year-old was arrested near Norfolk after he had a reportedly stolen handgun on him.

The Stanton County Sheriff's Office said officers pulled over a speeding vehicle on Monday around 4:30 p.m. going east on Highway 275, about seven miles east of Norfolk.

Officers said they noticed the smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle and proceeded with a search of the vehicle.

According to authorities, the front seat passenger was 18-year-old Karter Ewing, of Sioux Falls, and he had a stolen, loaded handgun in his waistband. The handgun was reportedly stolen from a home in Sioux Falls last month.

Police said they also found a loaded rifle inside the vehicle. Ewing was arrested for theft by receiving and possession of a stolen firearm. The 18-year-old driver was reportedly cited for speeding and possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

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