CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago police say an Uber driver they pulled over turned out to be a convicted felon and had an illegal gun and marijuana on him while driving a passenger. The department said Saturday that officers arrested 41-year-old Chad Pilcher Friday. He’s charged with unlawful use of a weapon by a felon and cannabis possession.
Police say officers stopped the car for a seatbelt violation and found the gun, which had a defaced serial number.
Pilcher has not entered a plea and it is not clear if he has an attorney. He did not return a call to a phone listed in his name.
Uber did not respond to an email seeking comment.
Chicago’s City Council last month approved ride-sharing regulations but stopped short of requiring fingerprint background checks for drivers.