Ghost guns, or firearms that can be assembled from parts without serial numbers, are increasingly causing concern among safety experts and law enforcement agencies in the United States. Jennifer Taylor, a professor at Drexel University and director of the Center for Firefighter Injury Research and Safety Trends, highlights the alarming trend of these weapons contributing to the complexity of gun violence and crime.
The rise of ghost guns, particularly in urban settings, reflects a shifting landscape of firearm accessibility and regulation challenges. Taylor’s insights shed light on the implications for public safety and the urgent need for measures to address this emerging issue. Repeated calls for legislative actions highlight the difficulty of tracking these unregulated firearms and their role in escalating violence.
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