Belleville, Cahokia men face gun charges

Two men face gun charges after separate arrests this week.

Corey A. Smith, 32, of 85 Louise Lane near Cahokia, was stopped for a traffic violation on Monday by St. Clair County Sheriff's Deputy Steve Mathis near the Deluxe Motel in Alorton, said St. Clair County Sheriff's Sgt. Bill Kenny, head of the drug tactical unit.

Smith was on probation on a Madison County felony conviction for possession of a controlled substance. A search of the vehicle found a loaded gun, Kenny said.

Smith was charged with aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon. Read more