Lompoc Police detectives have arrested 40-year-old Fabian Castillo in connection with a recent U-Haul pursuit and the recovery of a firearm related to that incident.

The incident earlier this month involved LPD officers in pursuit of an U-Haul vehicle that ended with the suspect fleeing the vehicle. Detectives then began investigating the incident and identified Castillo, a Lompoc resident, as the driver of the U-Haul.

According to officials, evidence indicates that Castillo likely discarded the firearm from the vehicle during the pursuit.

An arrest warrant was issued prior to detectives locating the suspect in the 100 block of “B/C” Alley on Oct. 28, officials reported.

Castillo was taken into custody without incident and booked on multiple felony charges.

During the arrest, detectiv

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