Aggressive driver in Amherst County arrested for waving gun at other drivers

A man was arrested for allegedly waving a handgun at drivers on the Route 29 bypass in Amherst County on Monday.

Clarence Ferrell, 43, of Alton was charged with brandishing a firearm and having a concealed weapon, according to a press release. Ferrell was driving a silver Chrysler in Madison Heights when the incident took place.

Ferrell was released and will appear in Amherst County General District Court.

Investigators took  a 9mm handgun was during the investigation.


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