Suspected gang member arrested in federal drug bust

SAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) — A suspected gang member accused of trying to trade a gun for drugs is now facing charges.

KENS 5 reports My’lik Kerley, 28, was arrested last Wednesday after agents with Homeland Security Investigations say he agreed to trade a pound of methamphetamine for a rifle to be used in a shooting in San Antonio.

Court documents show undercover agents witnessed Kerley buying the drugs from another person.

Kerley is due to appear in court Wednesday.

This is a developing story and KTSA News will give more details when possible.

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