Outlaw Motorcycle Gang member arrested for possession of firearms
Case No. 13-9629
DATE OF RELEASE: December 18, 2013
On December 18, 2013 at about 3:30 am, West Covina Police Department SWAT responded to the 4600 block of Nora Avenue in the city of Irwindale to serve a search warrant. A known, dangerous Vagos outlaw motorcycle gang member resides at that location. Upon arriving at the scene, SWAT Officers made numerous announcements stating the reason they were there and for the occupants of the location to exit. The P.A. system from one of the police units was used. During the announcements, one occupant exited and was detained. After two hours of repeated announcements, SWAT then initiated an entry into the residence. During the search, a second subject was located hiding in the attic. This subject was the named resident of the location. He surrendered to officers without further incident.
Several weapons were found inside the residence.
• Ralph Rodriguez Jr, 38 of Irwindale was arrested for Felon in possession of a firearm, resisting arrest and possession of false identification. Bail is currently $30,000.00.
• Robert Steven Ghiloni, 28 of West Covina was arrested for possession of a dagger, resisting arrest and an outstanding warrant. Bail is currently $20,995.00.
During the service of this search warrant, SWAT officers encountered a Pit Bull that became aggressive toward officers. The dog began to attack, forcing officers to fire upon it. The dog died as a result.
There were no other injuries to Officers or suspects.
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West Covina Police Department
Public Information Officer Rudy Lopez
1444 West Garvey Avenue
West Covina, CA 91790
626 939-8500
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