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Teen Arrested in Food Festival Shooting Possessed 'Ghost Gun'
August 23, 2026
Why it matters locally: The arrest of a teen in Seattle for possessing a 'ghost gun' highlights ongoing concerns about untraceable firearms within Washington State, where legislation has been introduced to regulate their sale and possession.
Seattle police have arrested a 15-year-old following a shooting incident at a food festival. Authorities identified the weapon recovered in connection with the arrest as a 9mm ghost gun. Police Chief Shon Barnes spoke about the arrest during a news conference on Tuesday. Barnes stated that the firearm originated from Polymer80, a company that previously manufactured ghost gun parts. Polymer80 is no longer operational, Barnes added. The investigation into the shooting remains ongoing.
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