Albany man arrested for illegally possessing gun

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- State police arrested Michael Simonelli, 34 of Albany on December 8. Simonelli allegedly possessed a gun illegally.

On December 8 around 11 p.m., troopers pulled over Simonelli on Southern Boulevard for a speeding violation. Police report Simonelli did not have a valid license and later discovered an illegally possessed handgun in the car.

Charges 

• Fourth degree criminal possession

According to police, Simonelli was transported to Capital state police for processing and turned over to the Albany Correctional Facility to await arraignment.