Three years after YouTube implemented a ban on “ghost gun” assembly videos, a recent NBC News review reveals that dozens of these videos still exist on the platform, collectively accumulating over 4.6 million views. These homemade firearms, which can be assembled from kits often without background checks, raise significant concerns for law enforcement due to their increasing involvement in crimes, including mass shootings.
Authorities allege that individuals are using YouTube as a primary resource for instructions on assembling untraceable firearms. In one case, a man was indicted for trafficking these kits, which are often sold in parts lacking serial numbers, making them particularly challenging for law enforcement to track. As calls for YouTube to enhance its content moderation grow, the availability of such instructional videos poses pressing questions regarding corporate responsibility and public safety.
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