Traffic Stop in Schulenburg

At approximately 11:29pm, Schulenburg Officers stopped a 2022 Toyota Corolla on IH-10 WB near MM 671 for a traffic violation. While speaking to the driver, Officers observed an AR Style Pistol in plain view and could smell marijuana coming from the vehicle. The driver was detained and a probably cause search was conducted.
The AR was found to have a round chambered with an extended magazine inserted. 3 individual baggies of marijuana were located along with a Glock 23 with an extended magazine as well. The driver, Antonio Almestica (22), was arrested for possession of marijuana <2oz and 2 counts of Unlawful Carrying a weapon then transported to the Dan R. Beck Justice Center.