Julian Arellano-Taylor, a 21-year-old from Stockton, is sentenced to nine years in federal prison for using Instagram to sell illegal firearms. Between May 2023 and March 2024, he advertised and sold 11 guns, including ghost guns designed to resemble popular Glock models and AR-15 style rifles, to a confidential informant posing as a customer.
The case highlights growing concerns over social media’s role in facilitating illegal activities, as Arellano-Taylor also faces charges related to selling cocaine. Federal prosecutors aim to combat the increasing trend of online weapons trafficking, emphasizing the importance of regulating firearm sales in the digital age.
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