Tinted windshield results in a large weapons arrest

On April 24, 2025, Troopers out of SP Lockport arrested Michael S. Wrzos, 45 of Lockport, NY for Criminal Possession of an Assault Weapon -D Felony (4 counts), Criminal Possession of high-capacity magazines- D Felony (9 Counts), Criminal Possession of a Silencer, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance – A Misdemeanor (2 Counts) and Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia in the 2nd Degree.

On April 24, 2025, Troopers out of SP Lockport conducted a traffic stop on Hinman Road in the city of Lockport for a tinted, nontransparent windshield. During the traffic stop Troopers observed four illegal assault rifles in plain view in the vehicle. Troopers contacted Troop A Community Stabilization Unit, who responded to the scene and assisted with the investigation.  The following were seized: four assault weapons without serial numbers, 9 high-capacity magazines, a silencer, a glass container with suspected cocaine, and a small envelope containing suspected cocaine/fentanyl.  The weapons had no serial numbers. Troopers transported Wrzos to SP Lockport for processing.

Wrzos was transported to Lockport Police Department and held for centralized arraignment.

Sources: https://troopers.ny.gov/news/tinted-windshield-results-large-weapons-arrest