US Seizes Websites Selling Illegal Gun Parts from China

U.S. authorities have seized over 350 websites involved in the illegal sale of gun parts from China, including machine gun conversion devices and silencers. The operation, which began in August 2023, resulted in significant seizures of illegal firearms and parts.

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9/11/2024

[0]Reuters

US seizes over 350 websites used to import gun parts from China

[1]The Boston Globe

Federal agents seize more than 350 internet domains making illegal sales of gun switches and silencers, US attorney says - The Boston Globe

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Highlights

U.S. authorities seized over 350 websites selling gun silencers and parts from China.
The investigation began in August 2023 and targeted illegal sales of machine gun conversion devices.
Undercover purchases revealed that packages from China falsely described their contents.
The seized items included over 700 machine gun conversion devices, 87 illegal suppressors, 59 handguns, and 46 long guns.
The items were prohibited from being imported under the federal National Firearms Act.

Perspectives

Authorities express that the proliferation of illegal firearm parts poses a significant threat to public safety, emphasizing the need for strict enforcement against such activities. [1][2]
Federal officials assert that those exploiting online platforms to sell illegal firearm parts will be held accountable, highlighting the seriousness of the crackdown. [2]