Patrol officers were conducting proactive enforcement in the area of Standard Ave. and Edinger Ave. on Tuesday when they recognized two documented gang members in a vehicle, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD).
When the police officers attempted a traffic stop, the driver, who had active arrest warrants, failed to yield, and a vehicle pursuit ensued.
During the pursuit, the primary officers observed the suspect throw a firearm from the vehicle. A nearby officer quickly located and secured the weapon…