WALLA WALLA -- A 31-year-old Walla Walla man was arrested early Thursday when SWAT team members raided his home to search for evidence related to counterfeit money that has been passed around the area, police said.

SWAT members deployed two "flash bangs" before they entered the home in the 300 block of East Chestnut around 6:30 a.m., said Walla Walla police Officer Tim Bennett.

The devices, which produce a loud sound and a bright flash, could be heard for several blocks, he said.

While searching the home, a wanted felon was found inside. Christopher A. Brotherton was arrested on a Department of Corrections warrant for escaping from community custody.

A loaded semi-automatic handgun and large quantities of methamphetamine and marijuana also were seized, Bennett said.

Brotherton was booked into the Walla Walla County jail on suspicion of unlawful possession of a firearm, possessing marijuana and meth with intent to deliver and the DOC warrant.

No other arrests were made as the investigation into the counterfeiting operation continues, Bennett said.