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Police Crackdown on Unlicensed Ghost Guns in California
California Police Seize Hundreds of Ghost Guns in Statewide Crackdown
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✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Los Angeles, CA
California law enforcement agencies have launched a statewide crackdown on unlicensed ghost guns, leading to the seizure of hundreds of these firearms in the past week. Ghost guns, which are firearms assembled from parts that lack serial numbers, have become a major concern for law enforcement, especially in urban areas like Los Angeles and San Francisco. The operation is part of a larger effort to curb the use of untraceable firearms, which have been increasingly linked to criminal activity, including gang violence and street shootings. California authorities report that ghost guns are being used in an increasing number of violent crimes, and the growing availability of these firearms online has exacerbated the issue. Police have made multiple arrests during the crackdown, including several individuals accused of trafficking in parts used to assemble ghost guns. In response to the rising threat of these weapons, state lawmakers are also considering stricter regulations on ghost gun kits and online sales.