Rochester Man Arrested for Weapons Charge After Brighton Traffic Stop

Keyshawn Gooden found with illegal, loaded 9mm handgun during stop for window tint violation

Mar. 22, 2026 at 2:19am

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On Thursday, a 26-year-old Rochester man named Keyshawn Gooden was arrested and charged with criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree after Brighton police found an illegal and loaded 9mm handgun during a traffic stop for a window tint violation. Gooden had a history of 26 prior license suspensions and multiple traffic tickets.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in removing illegal firearms from the streets, especially when encountering drivers with extensive records of license suspensions and traffic violations. It also raises concerns about public safety when individuals with criminal histories are found in possession of loaded weapons during routine traffic stops.

The details

During the traffic stop on South Winton Road, Brighton police discovered that Keyshawn Gooden was in possession of an illegal and loaded 9mm handgun. Gooden, a 26-year-old resident of Rochester, was arrested at the scene and charged with criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree.

  • The traffic stop occurred on Thursday, March 20, 2026.

The players

Keyshawn Gooden

A 26-year-old resident of Rochester, New York who was arrested and charged with criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree after a traffic stop.

Brighton Police

The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and arrested Keyshawn Gooden.

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What they’re saying

“This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in removing illegal firearms from the streets, especially when encountering drivers with extensive records of license suspensions and traffic violations.”

— Brighton Police

What’s next

Gooden will be arraigned in CAP court following his arrest.

The takeaway

This case underscores the need for continued vigilance and collaboration between law enforcement and the community to address the proliferation of illegal guns and ensure public safety, even during routine traffic stops.