A man living near Pattison Lake in Washington State has been arrested for manufacturing ghost guns with his 3D printing equipment. KING 5 Seattle News reports that detectives seized 3D printed guns that were “loaded with live ammo and capable of firing.” Furthermore, 3D printed knives and grenades, described as WWII replicas, were found.
Lacey man arrested, accused of making guns with 3D printer – YouTube
The raid on the Lacey man’s dwelling appears to have been precipitated by his online activity. This unnamed plastic gun maker publicly promoted his IT support skills and 3D printing services.
Prior warnings heeded
Likely aware that his firearms-related business activity has put him on the police radar, the Pattison Lake resident had sought to intimidate authorities into staying away.
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According to local news reports, the suspect published threats concerning police interference earlier this year. “If those antiquated pigs attempt to arrest me, I will paint the ground with them,” warned the man, online. “You should never show up at my place of abode unless you want to leave in a body bag.”