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A southern California sheriff’s deputy is accused of “living a double life” as a member of an outlaw motorcycle gang, the New York Post reported.
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Deputy Christopher Bingham, 45, was arrested after riding with two members of an “Outlaw motorcycle gang” on March 23, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
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Police allegedly found “approximately 160 firearms,” including a fully automatic assault rifle with an attached grenade launcher, the department said. They also allegedly found “destructive devices,” silencers, paraphernalia from the gang and “a stolen San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department shotgun” during the search.
“The (alleged) actions of this deputy are alarming and inexcusable; he not only tarnishes his badge, but also undermines the integrity and credibility of the entire department,” San Bernardino Sheriff Shannon Dicus said in a statement.
“Criminal behaviour will not be tolerated and we have placed him on compulsory leave effective immediately. The investigation has been forwarded to the district attorney’s office and charges have been filed.”
The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office slapped several felony charges against Bingham. His bail was set at $500,000.
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