On September 29, 2023, Harvey, Illinois police unearthed a "ghost gun" during a routine traffic stop. An officer pulled over a vehicle for running a red light, and upon inspection of the vehicle, discovered an unregistered firearm with no serial number. The passenger is now facing felony charges and the driver is charged with reckless driving, per a Cook County Sheriff's Office update.
The appearance of ghost guns, untraceable after manufacture, continues to challenge law enforcement. The recent incident adds to a rising concern about these weapons across the United States.
The driver has now been charged with Felony charges and Reckless Driving.
