Weapons Charge Arrest In New Bedford

NEW BEDFORD—Police in New Bedford arrested a Swansea man late Tuesday night after a traffic stop on Acushnet Avenue.

Zachary kelly, 23, was pulled over for failing to use a turn signal while turning from Sawyer Street onto Acushnet Ave.

Officers then found a .38 caliber Smith and Wesson revolver loaded with six rounds in the vehicle.

Kelly was charged with carrying a loaded firearm and possession of a firearm without a license.

The arrest was made at around 10 p.m. on Tuesday.