A 15-year-old was arrested following a shooting at a food festival near Seattle’s Space Needle and possessed a privately assembled 9mm handgun, commonly known as a ghost gun. Police Chief Shon Barnes stated the weapon originated from Polymer80, a now-defunct company that manufactured parts for such firearms.
The arrest occurred after a shooting at the festival over the weekend, according to police. The firearm used in the incident was identified as a 9mm ghost gun equipped with an extended magazine. A ghost gun is a firearm assembled from parts purchased without serial numbers, making them difficult to trace.
Chief Barnes specified that the weapon came from Polymer80, once a leading manufacturer of ghost gun components. The company no longer exists, raising questions about the continued availability of these parts and the means by which individuals are able to assemble illegal firearms. No information was provided regarding the motive for the shooting or potential injuries sustained at the festival.
The case highlights an ongoing concern among law enforcement officials regarding the proliferation of ghost guns and their use in criminal activity. These weapons, due to their lack of serial numbers, pose challenges for investigations and tracking. The fact that this suspect—a juvenile—possessed such a weapon raises further questions about access to firearm parts and assembly instructions.
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