Teen Arrested in Food Festival Shooting Possessed 'Ghost Gun'

Why it matters locally: The proliferation of untraceable 'ghost guns,' like the one used in the Seattle incident, is a growing concern for law enforcement agencies across the nation, including the New York City Police Department (NYPD), as they pose significant challenges to investigations and public safety in densely populated areas.

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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.