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Semi driver stopped on Mackinac Bridge with dozens of weapons, including sword, throwing stars

Texas man arrested after weapons cache found during traffic stop

A search of a semi crossing the Mackinac Bridge on March 25, 2026, reportedly led to the seizure of dozens of illegal weapons. (WDIV)

ST. IGNACE, Mich. – A man from Texas is facing charges in Michigan after reportedly transporting dozens of illegal weapons across the Mackinac Bridge.

According to authorities, a Michigan State Police Motor Carrier Officer working on the Mackinac Bridge spotted a semi truck and trailer, speeding and driving recklessly on March 25.

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A traffic stop was initiated, where the officer reportedly learned the driver had an active warrant out for his arrest. He was taken into custody.

A search of the vehicle reportedly led to the seizure of 15 double-edged knives -- including three with brass knuckle handles -- two throwing stars, two sets of brass knuckles, five loaded handguns, a loaded shotgun, a loaded rifle and a sword with a 32-inch blade.

Police said they found two open containers of alcohol inside the vehicle and that the driver had falsified his electronic logging device records.

The next day, the driver -- identified as 54-year-old Eric Koroscik of Kingwood, Texas -- was charged with carrying a concealed weapon.

More charges are expected to be filed.

Koroscik is scheduled to return to court April 10.


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