Officers in Fairfield, CA, experienced a sobering moment when they discovered a man in a car with a loaded firearm within easy reach. The incident occurred on December 30, 2023, as reported by the Fairfield Police Department via their official Facebook page. At approximately 7:46 pm, Officer Swoyer was summoned to the 1400 block of North Texas Street after there were reports that a man appeared to be unresponsive in his vehicle.

Upon arrival, Swoyer discovered 59-year-old Deshun Washington passed out in the driver's seat, a handgun in plain sight on the front passenger's seat, in what can only be described as a careless oversight. Washington was swiftly removed from the vehicle, prompting a further search by officers. They quickly seized a loaded polymer P80 as well as a loaded Mack 10 submachine gun, both positioned on the front passenger's seat beside Washington.

A records check revealed that the Mack 10 had been stolen out of New Mexico, elevating the gravity of the case. Following the discovery, Washington found himself under arrest and subsequently booked on several weapons charges. The Fairfield Police's posting of the incident highlights the potentially dangerous situation that was diffused. "This one may be late, but once you read it we’re sure you’ll agree it’s worth the wait!" their announcement started.