Police arrest ten time convicted felon during traffic stop

SPOKANE, Wash. — During a traffic stop, police arrested a man Monday night who they learned was a ten time convicted felon.

The Spokane Police Night Patrol Anti-Crime Team (P.A.C.T) pulled over Jesse R. Woodward, and quickly learned he had an outstanding felony Department of Corrections warrant for escape.

Police took Woodward into custody and, after getting a warrant, searched his car.

Inside, they found a replica of an assault rifle, a handgun that was reported stolen, methamphetamine, heroin, prescription medication and drug paraphernalia, according to a release.

Woodward was booked into the Spokane County Jail on his outstanding warrant, and is awaiting further charges.

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