Canadian police dismantle a clandestine lab producing 3D-printed ghost guns in B.C.’s Lower Mainland and arrest a suspect.
Police in Canada have dismantled a clandestine laboratory allegedly used to manufacture untraceable “ghost guns” in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland, leading to the arrest of a suspect.
According to authorities, the investigation began in March 2026 after officers received information that an individual was producing firearms using 3D-printing technology and distributing the digital blueprints online. The operation was carried out by the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia (CFSEU-BC).
During a search of a property in Surrey, B.C., investigators discovered equipment used to manufacture the weapons, including 3D printers and tools believed to be involved in assembling the firearms.
Police said the lab was used to create “ghost guns,” firearms that lack serial numbers and are therefore difficult for authorities to trace. Such weapons have become a growing concern for law enforcement agencies due to their accessibility and anonymity.
A suspect was taken into custody in connection with the operation. Authorities allege the individual not only produced the firearms but also uploaded the gun schematics online, allowing others to potentially manufacture the weapons themselves.
Canada introduced legal changes in 2023 making it illegal to distribute digital files used to produce 3D-printed firearms, a move designed to curb the spread of ghost gun technology.
The investigation remains ongoing as police examine seized materials and determine whether additional individuals were involved in the illegal firearm manufacturing operation.
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