Eldridge Man Faces Numerous Charges After Stolen Guns, Drugs Found In Possession

An Eldridge man is facing numerous charges after he’s found in possession of stolen firearms and drugs.

According to the Laclede County Sheriff’s office, 29-year-old Justin Perry King is a convicted felon and is prohibited from having the guns in his possession.

Sheriff David Millsap says during a search of the home, deputies discovered a stolen game camera, illegal drugs and 1,000 rounds of ammunition.

Of the guns seized, one was a sawed-off shotgun and another was a modified AR-15.

The sheriff’s office is now working to identify who the owners are of the stolen firearms found.