Neighbors mistake toy gun for automatic rifle

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- A neighborhood in the Stetson Hills area near Skyview Middle School mistakes a toy gun for an automatic rifle.

Colorado Springs Police received multiple calls from neighbors about seeing a young boy sticking his head out of a van sunroof alleged to have an automatic rifle.

Once officers were able to locate the van, they recovered a "very realistic looking" toy rifle.

Officers confirmed the boy to be 14-years-old.

He was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct.

Shortly after, the boy was released.