Brownsville Man Faces Felonies After Stolen Gun Recovered

Moriah Peterson, Story:
A Brownsville man is facing multiple felony charges after an arrest that took place on Thursday afternoon. According to the Brownsville PD, they received a call from dispatch in reference to a stolen gun at the Oak View trailer park.

​Officials stated that Brian Cox, 35 of Brownsville, a neighbor of the victim, consented to a search of his residence. During the search, Cox admitted that the stolen gun was in his bathroom, according to Brownsville Police. 

Brian Cox, (35) Brownsville

Cox was then arrested and charged with Theft by unlawful taking or disposition of a firearm and Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He was taken to the Hart County jail where he is currently being held on a $5000 cash bond.

​Also assisting was the Edmonson County Sheriff’s office.