Firearms, Ammunition and Narcotics Seized

“Serving search warrants at the homes of individuals who are prohibited by law from possessing firearms is dangerous work for law enforcement. Removing firearms from the possession of those who are legally prohibited from having them helps keep our families and communities safe. We thank the investigators who worked this case and the law enforcement personnel who carried out the search warrant, for their service and dedication to public safety.”

CSLEA President Alan Barcelona

TULARE COUNTY – On August 28, 2026, members of the Tulare County Agencies Regional Gun Violence Enforcement Team (TARGET), with assistance from the Visalia Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit (SEU), served a search warrant in the 1700 block of East Vine Court in Visalia. During the search, officers seized three firearms, ammunition, and narcotics.

Michael Noe, 40, of Visalia, was arrested on multiple weapons and narcotics-related charges. He was booked for being in possession of firearms and ammunition while prohibited from possessing them, criminal storage of a firearm, child endangerment, and violation of a court order.

The TARGET team is made up of personnel from the

• California Department of Justice, Bureau of Firearms,
• Visalia Police Department,
• Tulare County Sheriff’s Department,
• Federal Bureau of Investigation,
• and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

The team works together to use law enforcement resources across Tulare County to help reduce gun violence and improve public safety.