Orlando business turns out to be illegal drug, gun front following anonymous tip, police say

A Crimeline tip to the Orlando Police Department led to the discovery of a business fronting illegal drugs and guns, police said. 

Joel Labiosa was arrested after police found five guns, over 20 pounds of cannabis, and 151 grams of THC gummies, according to a Facebook post. 

Police said a "concerned citizen" reported that a mechanical business on Semoran Boulevard was being used as a front for illegal narcotic sales in Orlando. 

Credit: Orlando Police Department

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Detectives began an investigation into the business eventually leading to the execution of a search warrant. 

Labiosa also had an active warrant for his arrest.

No other details about the case have been released. 

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