A Brampton man was arrested and charged with several firearms and driving offences after he was found with a loaded weapon in his vehicle during a traffic stop on Monday, Jan. 22 in Brampton.

The vehicle was investigated at 9 p.m. on Dixie Road and Howden Boulevard. Police said the driver fled on foot and was arrested a short distance away.

Delon Green, 19, is charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, unauthorized possession of firearm, occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm, careless storage of firearm, possession of weapon for dangerous purpose, possession for the purpose, possession of a controlled substance, operation while disqualified, breach of probation order and driving under suspension.

He was held for a bail hearing and appeared at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton on Tuesday, Jan. 23.