Police: Men tried to sell stolen guns through social media

PRIMERA – Three men are behind bars on charges of theft and engaging in organized criminal activity.

Jose Juan Jacquez Jr. and Paul Lee Navarro were charged in the connection with the theft of a large safe that contained 18 guns ranging from hand guns to assault rifles, ammunition and collectibles.

Investigators say the men were arrested after they shared a video on social media offering to sell the guns.

The men have been arraigned and remain behind bars.

One gun has been recovered after Harlingen police say they arrested Pasqual Fernandez in a narcotics raid and connected him to one of the stolen handguns.

The case is still under investigation. Anyone with information are asked to

call the Primera Crime Stoppers at (956) 536-0776