The ATF is currently on the way to aid in the investigation.
LUFKIN, Texas — An Angelina County Sheriff’s deputy arrested a woman Wednesday suspected of engaging in multi-national arms smuggling.
Jahtaya O’Day Jah-Kiara Hamilton, originally from Ontario, Canada, is currently in the Angelina County Jail after being detained for possession of a prohibited weapon.
Hamilton was a passenger in a Lyft ride that was pulled over for speeding. Upon the discovery of a marijuana odor within the car, the deputy searched the vehicle, finding two large bags in the trunk.
Hamilton claimed both bags belonged to her, and upon a search, officials found 20 handguns, magazines, ammunition and a short barrel rifle. Multiple pistols found in the bags were reported stolen within the Houston area. It is both a state and federal felony to have a short barrel rifle.
Deputies determined Hamilton had flown into Houston, obtained the guns, and was planning to bring them back …