Austin 'Chumlee' Russell from Pawn Stars arrested as part of sex assault investigation
Police allegedly found a firearm and numerous narcotics, including methamphetamine and marijuana
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Austin "Chumlee" Russell, star of the reality TV show Pawn Stars, has reportedly been arrested for drug and gun possession.
Las Vegas police searched the 33-year-old's home in connection with a sexual assault case in which he is the suspect, TMZ reports.
Police allegedly found a firearm and numerous narcotics, including methamphetamine and marijuana.
According to the report, Mr Russell was taken into custody and booked for drug and weapon possession.
The sexual assault case is still under investigation.
Pawn Stars, which premiered in 2009, follows the daily business of the Gold and Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas.
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