Gun Laws And 2a
Unregistered Machine Gun Sale in Laredo Leads to Federal Indictment
Defendant accused of selling .308‑cal AR‑style machine gun to undercover agent
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✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Laredo, Texas
In Laredo, Texas, federal authorities have indicted Roberto GarciaJr. for allegedly selling a modified, unregistered ARstyle machine gun chambered in .308 to an undercover police detective. According to the paid confession, the rifle had been illegally converted into a fully automatic firearm, making it prohibited under federal law. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} The transaction occurred on February19, 2025, following a social media post advertising the weapon for $1,300. After the sale, Garcia fled on foot but was quickly apprehended by officers. He pleaded not guilty on July27 and remains in custody while the investigation continues. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} ATF statements indicate that illegally modified machine gunsparticularly those masquerading as standard riflesremain a critical enforcement concern. The case highlights the intersection between online illicit sales and local street-level transactions. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}