MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis police are investigating after multiple guns were stolen from a truck in Memphis.
More 30 guns were stolen form a gun collector that travels the country.
At 6:11a.m., MPD responded to a Theft from Motor Vehicle at 6020 Shelby Oaks Dr.
— Memphis Police Dept (@MEM_PoliceDept) July 25, 2018
The victim advised multiple firearms worth over $15k were stolen from his vehicle. The suspect broke a window to gain entry into the vehicle.
According to police, the break-in happened on the 6000 block of Shelby Oaks Drive.
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The suspect broke a window to get inside the vehicle.
The guns were stolen from a pickup truck at a Memphis hotel. The victim said he was afraid to move the guns because he might be breaking Federal and State gun laws by moving them.
Investigators say 16 rifles, one assault rifle and several hunting rifles were taken. Multiple pistols and nine shotguns were also taken.
MPD would like to tell the public if your storing a gun in a vehicle, make sure you’re weapon is secure.
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