Orlando traffic stop leads to arrest after two loaded firearms found in passenger’s backpack downtown

Traffic stop in downtown Orlando

An Orlando Police Department traffic stop in the downtown area led to the arrest of a 19-year-old after officers reported finding two loaded firearms inside a backpack positioned between the passenger’s legs.

The arrest occurred on February 9, 2026, near South Magnolia Avenue and East Pine Street. Police identified the passenger as Sidney Rogers, 19. Officers were conducting proactive patrol operations in the area when they recognized Rogers inside an SUV and initiated the stop.

What officers said they recovered

During the stop, officers removed a backpack that was located between Rogers’ legs and searched it. Police reported finding two loaded firearms inside the bag.

• An AR-style pistol described as a Draco
• An AM-15 style pistol

The case reflects the way routine enforcement actions can evolve quickly when officers encounter concealed weapons during a stop, particularly in dense, high-traffic areas such as downtown Orlando.

Charges and warrant status

Police reported that Rogers was also wanted on an active Lake County warrant connected to a vehicle-burglary allegation. After the firearms were discovered, officers added a new charge of carrying a concealed firearm.

Police reported that the concealed-carry charge was filed after officers found the two loaded firearms during the traffic stop.

Following the arrest in Orlando, police said Rogers was extradited to Lake County to face the outstanding warrant, described as a burglary of a conveyance warrant.

How cases like this typically proceed

In Florida, criminal cases that combine a new arrest charge with an out-of-county warrant often involve multiple court events across jurisdictions. The local charge is typically processed while the warrant-holding county coordinates transport and subsequent court appearances. Bail decisions, if available, are generally determined by the nature of the charges and the defendant’s legal status at the time of arrest.

Orlando Police have not released additional details about the traffic-stop reason, whether the firearms were reported stolen, or whether additional charges may be considered. Court records and subsequent hearings in Orange and Lake counties are expected to determine the next steps in the case.