Sacramento man arrested after alleged threats, firearm incident in Folsom

Suspect Jordell Haggins faces multiple charges including criminal threats and possession of an unregistered 'ghost gun'

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:52am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a disassembled handgun component, such as a trigger mechanism or magazine, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conveying a stark, gritty, and investigative aesthetic without depicting any violence.The discovery of an unregistered 'ghost gun' and high-capacity magazine during a police response to alleged threats highlights the ongoing challenges in regulating untraceable firearms.Today in Sacramento

A 23-year-old Sacramento man was arrested early Saturday morning in Folsom after allegedly threatening to shoot and kill employees and brandishing a firearm. Police responded to the scene, detained the suspect, and discovered an unregistered 'ghost gun', a high-capacity magazine, and approximately 100 additional rounds of ammunition in the suspect's vehicle.

Why it matters

Incidents involving unregistered firearms and high-capacity magazines raise public safety concerns, especially when coupled with alleged threats of violence. This case highlights the importance of swift police response and thorough investigations to prevent potentially dangerous situations from escalating.

The details

According to the Folsom Police Department, officers were dispatched just before 2 a.m. to the 700 block of Gold Lake Drive following reports of a man who threatened to shoot and kill employees. When officers arrived, they detained the suspect, identified as Jordell Haggins, near his car. During the investigation, officers noticed what appeared to be a handgun magazine sticking out from beneath the driver's seat. A records check indicated Haggins did not have any firearms registered in his name. A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the discovery of a loaded, unregistered 'ghost gun', a high-capacity magazine, and approximately 100 additional rounds of ammunition.

  • The incident occurred just before 2 a.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2026.
  • Haggins was arrested and booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail following the incident.

The players

Jordell Haggins

A 23-year-old Sacramento resident who was arrested and charged with multiple felony and misdemeanor offenses, including making criminal threats, possession of a high-capacity magazine, brandishing a firearm, and carrying a loaded firearm in public.

Folsom Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident, detained the suspect, and conducted the investigation that led to the discovery of the unregistered 'ghost gun' and ammunition.

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What they’re saying

“The swift response by patrol officers helped prevent a potentially dangerous situation and ensured the safety of the community.”

— Folsom Police Department

What’s next

Haggins will face a judge who will determine whether to grant him bail or keep him in custody as the case proceeds through the criminal justice system.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing the proliferation of untraceable 'ghost guns' and high-capacity magazines, which can enable individuals to potentially carry out acts of violence. The swift police response in this case likely prevented a more serious outcome, but the broader issue of regulating these types of firearms remains a complex and contentious topic.