Man lying in the middle of a Dorchester street arrested, not for obstructing traffic, but for the loaded gun police say was sticking out of his pocket

Boston Police report arresting a Dorchester man on gun charges after, they say, officers found him horizontal on Floyd Street in Dorchester around 1:50 a.m. on Sunday.

The officers exited their vehicle and approached to render aid when they observed the handle of a firearm sticking out from the man’s front pants pocket. Officers secured the weapon, which was later determined to be a loaded .38 caliber Smith & Wesson revolver, and placed the suspect in custody without incident after it was confirmed that he did not possess a license to carry a firearm.

Michael Curry, 36, was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm, second and subsequent offense, unlawful possession of ammunition, carrying a loaded firearm and being an armed career criminal - which could result in a long sentence if he is found guilty on the other charges.

Innocent, etc.