Law enforcement agencies in California are grappling with a staggering rise in ghost guns, which now comprise an estimated 30-40% of firearms recovered in certain counties. A recent investigation led to the seizure of 30 illegal firearms, including ghost guns and a 3D printer, highlighting the growing threat these untraceable weapons pose to public safety.
Experts indicate that the rise in ghost guns, which can be easily assembled from kits and purchased without background checks, partly stems from the stringent gun regulations in California. The state requires homemade guns to have serial numbers, yet experts note that enforcement remains a significant challenge, as tracking these firearms back to their sources is nearly impossible.
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