3d printed weapons
Quebec Man Admits to Hate Speech and 3D Printed Gun Scheme
A Quebec man has admitted to promoting antisemitic hate speech while trying to manufacture guns with 3D printers. On December 13, 2024, 38-year-old Pascal Tribout pleaded guilty to multiple charges,…
Cracking the Case: How Police and Science Took Down a 3D Printed Gunsmith
It started with a tip in January 2022. Police in the West Midlands region of the UK launched Operation Captiva after receiving information that something suspicious was happening in one…
Luigi Mangione Reportedly Used 3D Printed Ghost Gun to Kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione has been arrested on weapons charges and is believed to be the suspect in the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thomson. It is now widely reported that the…
Daring AM: Guns, Teens, and the Continued 3D Printing of Firearms
The rise of 3D printed firearms continues to make headlines worldwide, with recent incidents highlighting the growing concern over these untraceable and accessible weapons. Law enforcement agencies in several regions…
Biden’s Latest Move Targets 3D Printed Guns, Steps up School Safety Efforts
U.S. President Joseph Biden is signing a new executive order to tackle two key issues: addressing emerging firearms threats, such as 3D printed guns and machine gun conversion devices (MCDs),…
Chicago Sues Glock, Points to 3D Printing in Gun Modifications
Chicago is stepping up its fight against gun violence by expanding a major lawsuit against Glock. The city isn’t just going after the gun manufacturer anymore—now it’s targeting Glock’s parent…
3D Printing Terror? New Study Highlights Right-Wing Extremists’ Use of 3D Printed Guns
In the last decade, there has been increased concern that some groups are turning to 3D printed firearms, creating new challenges for law enforcement. A recent study provides an in-depth…
Daring AM: YouTube Tightens Rules on 3D Printed Guns Amid Rising Criminal Use
3D printed firearms are increasingly showing up in criminal activities, posing potential challenges for law enforcement agencies worldwide. 3DPrint.com has been closely monitoring the number of arrests involving these weapons….
3D Printing News Briefs, April 3, 2024: Kickstarter FDM 3D Printer, Artificial Eyes, & More
In 3D Printing News Briefs today, we’re talking about an FDM 3D printer on Kickstarter, advancements in artificial eye creation, and 3D printed solenoids for electromagnets. Then we’ll move on…
Daring AM: The Global Crackdown on 3D Printed Firearms Continues
In the last few years, a surge in police raids uncovering 3D printed guns has led to concerns about their growing association with criminal gangs. Although typically seen as inferior…
3D Printed Guns in Europe: Recent Developments, Legal Complexities, and Insights from an Expert
From early muskets to modern handguns and rifles, Europe has a rich history of firearm production, with many famous manufacturers, such as Beretta in Italy, Heckler & Koch in Germany,…
US Army Reserve Test 3D Printed Explosives
In October 2023, US Army Reserve Soldiers assigned to the 102nd Training Division (Maneuver Support) attended a two-week Combat Engineer Reclassification Course at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri, where they…
JStark1809: The German Soldier Behind the 3D Printed Gun Revolution
In the digital shadows of the Internet, a man known only by his online pseudonym JStark1809 carved out a notorious legacy as a 3D printed gun designer. Often photographed wearing…
New York Bill Would Require Background Check to Buy a 3D Printer over 3D Printed Gun Fears
The public debate regarding 3D printed weapons has taken a potentially pernicious turn, as New York State considers a bill regulating the sale of 3D printers, rather than guns themselves….
3D Printed Guns Confiscated by Israeli Military in West Bank
Arrests related to 3D printed firearms are increasing alongside the emergence of additive manufacturing (AM) being deployed within areas of ongoing military conflict. This has been demonstrated significantly by rebel…
Myanmar Rebels Rely on 3D Printed Guns to Fight Military Junta
When a German-Kurdish gun designer posted his designs for a semi-automatic pistol on DEFCAD, did he realize that his FGC-9 gun design would wind up being printed in huge numbers…
Sen. Gillibrand Spearheads Effort Against 3D Printed Guns with New Legislation
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand formally announced the 3D Printed Gun Safety Act, a legislative initiative initially introduced by Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey in July 2021. The bill’s primary objective is…
The Plastic Pipeline: Manhattan and Colorado Take Action on 3D Printed Firearms and Ghost Guns
Manhattan lawmakers and the New York Police Department (NYPD) have joined forces to intensify efforts against ghost guns, recently introducing new legislation to outlaw the manufacturing of 3D printed guns…
3D Printed Anti-Drone Gun Demonstrates Potential for Improvised Weaponry
While the general public is concerned with the creation of 3D printed guns by petty criminals, arms manufacturers are turning to additive manufacturing (AM) for the production of advanced weaponry….
Florida Man Accused of Selling 3D Printed Machinegun to Undercover Agent
A criminal complaint filed by a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) agent resulted in a Jacksonville, Florida man’s arrest and indictment for creating homemade fully automatic weapons…
3D Printed Gun Arrests, Raids and a Man who Got $3,000 at a Gun Buyback
Following an investigative story published by 3DPrint.com this June about 3D printed gun-related arrests and confirmation by the Dutch police of an increase in this type of ghost weapons (unserialized,…
Is the HEXWAVE 3D Printed Gun Detector Ahead of the Game?
With dozens of specialized weapons detection manufacturers worldwide, the sector seems well-covered. However, in the last few years, the potential threat of new kinds of weapons made out of non-metallic…
Australian Teen Accused of Manufacturing Fully Functional 3D Printed Firearm
On Monday, Western Australia Detective Senior Sargent Blair Smith announced charges against an 18-year-old man for illegally manufacturing and possessing firearms. The teen is accused of using a 3D printer…
Dutch Police Confirm Increase in 3D Printed Guns
Dutch police recently revealed that there has been a significant increase in 3D printed weapons in the Netherlands and abroad. The announcement comes after the National Unit, which combats serious…