The gun was found around 3:10 a.m. Monday near the intersection of East Columbus Avenue and Gridiron Street, according to police reports, which didn't indicate the weapon's caliber or if it was used in a crime.
SPRINGFIELD -- Police reported finding a firearm near the intersection of East Columbus Avenue and Gridiron street around 3:10 a.m. Monday.
But police officials did not indicate what type of gun was recovered, or if the weapon had been used in the commission of a crime.
Springfield Police Lt. Maurice T. Kearney said he had no further information about the firearm.