Ghost gun and meth seized after Burien Police find man unconscious in running car by school

A man was arrested by Burien deputies on September 15 after they discovered him unconscious in a running vehicle parked near a school. The police found a ghost gun, two loaded magazines, and 100. 51 grams of methamphetamine inside the car. During the investigation, the suspect admitted to using meth and failed field sobriety tests, leading to his arrest. He faces multiple charges, including physical control of a vehicle while impaired, drug possession, and unlawful firearm possession.

The firearm seized was a homemade gun with no serial number, commonly known as a ghost gun, which the suspect claimed to have built himself. This incident highlights ongoing issues of drug abuse and illegal firearms in the community. Local law enforcement continues to address the dangers posed by such crimes. The case may prompt discussions on public safety measures near schools and other sensitive areas.