On saturday, a routine traffic stop took an ominous turn when a Santa Rosa Police Officer uncovered a loaded, unregistered "Ghost Gun," hidden in a vehicle. According to a statement from the Santa Rosa Police Department, 21-year-old Lerma Emiliano was arrested after officers also discovered 58 rounds of 9mm ammunition, bear spray, and items indicative of gang affiliation.
Man arrested with loaded "Ghost Gun"
— Santa Rosa Police (@SantaRosaPolice) September 9, 2023
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This recent incident underscores the growing concern that untraceable "ghost guns" have become a significant public safety hazard, finding their way into criminal hands across the nation. Built from parts purchased online or assembled from kits, ghost guns lack the serial numbers required for legal purchase and background checks, making it nearly impossible to trace their origins or hold anyone accountable.
In recent years, authorities have seen a sharp increase in the use of these homemade weapons in high-profile incidents.
