Warwick, Rhode Island, Man Arrested After Shooting Firearm From Front Yard

Police responded on Sunday afternoon

A Warwick, RI, man was arrested Sunday afternoon after shooting a firearm from his front yard.

According to WJAR, Michael Gustafson of 3274 West Shore Road was charged with carrying a weapon while under the influence of drugs or alcohol and for firing a weapon in a compound area.

Officers responded to the area around 12:20 p.m. for reports of shots fired and observed a man who had allegedly been shooting a firearm from his property.

Police also said they witnessed Gustafson discharge the gun and then placed him under arrest.

There were no injuries or damage to the property.

The investigation is ongoing.

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