Traffic Stop in Dorchester Leads to Arrest, Recovery of Ghost Gun
In Dorchester, Boston, a traffic stop for a vehicle with excessively dark window tint and registration issues resulted in the recovery of a ghost gun, ammunition, and marijuana cigarettes. The operator, Kyle Cooper, was arrested on multiple firearm and ammunition…
Boston, MA, September 14, 2026 —
Boston, MA – A routine traffic stop in Dorchester on an unspecified date led to the discovery of a prohibited firearm and narcotics, resulting in the arrest of the vehicle’s operator. The incident occurred after law enforcement initiated a stop due to observed violations concerning the vehicle’s window tint and registration status.
According to information available, the vehicle was stopped for having excessively dark window tint, a violation of traffic regulations, and issues with its registration. During the subsequent investigation of the traffic stop, officers recovered several items from the vehicle. These included a firearm classified as a “ghost gun,” a quantity of ammunition, and marijuana cigarettes.
The operator of the vehicle has been identified as Kyle Cooper. Following the discovery of the contraband, Mr. Cooper was taken into custody. He faces multiple charges related to firearms and ammunition offenses.
Specific details regarding the exact nature of the firearm, the quantity of ammunition, or the precise amount of marijuana were not immediately provided. Similarly, the specific charges filed against Kyle Cooper, beyond general firearm and ammunition violations, were not disclosed. The date of the incident and the law enforcement agency involved were also not specified in the available summary.
No further information regarding the investigation’s progress or potential court proceedings was immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Media Relations on police.boston.gov, see more information here.
