Authorities pulled over a man for speeding in Livermore last week, only to unearth a cache of firearms in his vehicle, including one that was loaded. The Livermore Police Department said they stopped a Ford Ranger driven by 46-year-old David Estes of Stockton after he sped on Patterson Pass Road around 4:30 p.m. last Wednesday.
Upon a records check, the cops discovered that Estes had an active warrant for his arrest on a weapons charge. A subsequent search of his vehicle revealed multiple handguns, among them a loaded firearm—complicating his legal woes, officials said.
Estes was slapped with several weapons charges in addition to his warrant and was transported to the Santa Rita Jail. The incident was detailed in an X post by the Livermore Police Department, underlining their commitment to "Service With Honor" and "Protection With Purpose."
Last Wednesday, around 4:30 p.m., Livermore Police conducted a traffic stop on a Ford Ranger for speeding on Patterson Pass Road.
— Livermore PD (@LivermorePolice) May 4, 2024
A records check on the driver found he had an active warrant for a weapons charge. After searching the car, police found multiple handguns, included… pic.twitter.com/w4qqazmZt1
The authorities did not disclose the details about the warrant, such as the originating incident or the length of time since it was issued. Estes' legal representation, if any, could not be reached by press time. His arrest adds another count to the broader narrative of weapons-related offenses in the region, signaling an ongoing challenge for law enforcement. The Livermore PD has not provided further comments on the case.
