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A 22-year-old man, Luke Fortune of Longwell Green near Bristol, appeared at Bristol Magistrates’ Court charged with eight firearms offences after police found a Glock-style pistol and a revolver hidden in a bush; authorities allege he bought nearly 40 firearms and more than 1,000 bullets, including antiques and blank-firing models, with a 3D-printed sub-machine gun among the charges.
SHOT Show 2026 Range Day highlighted a wave of new firearms—from Laugo's Alien pistols with integrated Aimpoint optics to Beretta’s 50th-anniversary handguns and new models, Steyr’s all-metal ATC, Kimber’s 1911 DS, and a booming suppressor scene with cans from B&T, Beretta, and others—along with new rifles like Henry SPD Predator and Rock Island’s PK12, underscoring 2026 as a year of high-performance, quieter shooting innovations.
As suppressor demand surges after the January 2026 $0 tax stamp, Lyman introduces Sonicore, a European-designed, US-built line of modular, lightweight suppressors. The lineup includes the Skarv 22 (3.2 oz, 1/2-28), Valor 9 (9mm, modular with eight baffles and two thread patterns), Rekkr DT & OB (14.6 oz, aluminum with stainless core; supports 223/30 calibers and multiple diameters), and Paradox DT & OB (13 oz, thinner walls). Each uses 6026-T9 aluminum and 303 stainless steel with heat-dissipation features and various mounting options (1/2-28, 5/8-24, M13.5x1.0 LH). MSRPs are expected to be $199–$299. More at lymanproducts.com.
Eleven suspects, mostly from Lesotho and Mozambique, were arrested in South Africa following a mass shooting at a tavern near Johannesburg that resulted in nine deaths, with investigations suggesting a link to illegal mining turf wars and the presence of unlicensed firearms. The incident highlights ongoing issues with gun violence and illegal weapons in the country.
Patrick Gordon of Salem was arrested and arraigned for possessing materials to create explosive devices and illegal firearms, including a 3D printer used for ghost guns, following an investigation by Massachusetts authorities. Bail was set at $100,000, and his next court date is January 20, 2026.
A suspect, Claudio Neves Valente, who was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot, opened fire at Brown University and MIT, raising fears of additional targets. He was heavily armed with firearms, laser sights, and body armor, and had a possible hit list. The investigation linked ballistics evidence to both shootings, and authorities are exploring potential motives and other targets.
In a major law enforcement operation in San Gabriel Valley, 16 members and associates of the Puente-13 gang linked to the Mexican Mafia were arrested on charges including drug trafficking, kidnapping, and weapons offenses, with extensive seizures of firearms, narcotics, and cash, following a three-year investigation.
Publix in Florida has begun allowing customers to openly carry guns following a court ruling that overturned the state's ban on open carry, with the company choosing to permit it across its stores.
Following a court ruling that declared Florida's ban on open carry unconstitutional, Publix stores across South Florida are allowing customers to openly carry firearms inside their stores, while other grocery chains like Winn-Dixie and Milam's Market maintain prohibitions. The legal landscape remains complex with ongoing clarifications needed regarding restrictions in sensitive locations.
Former Des Moines school superintendent Ian Roberts has been federally charged with being an illegal alien in possession of firearms after his detention by ICE, with allegations including possession of multiple guns and a history of immigration violations; he resigned from his position amid these developments.
Two men were arrested in Utah after an incendiary device was found under a news vehicle, which failed to detonate, leading to evacuations and multiple charges including terrorism and arson. The suspects also possessed hoax weapons and illegal narcotics, with motives still unknown.
Florida's Attorney General announced that following a court decision, open carry of firearms is now legal statewide, overturning the previous ban, with certain restrictions still in place. The ruling is based on a 2022 U.S. Supreme Court decision emphasizing historic tradition in gun laws, and law enforcement is advised not to arrest individuals for openly carrying guns unless they act threateningly. The change marks a significant shift in Florida gun laws, facing resistance from some lawmakers and advocacy groups.
Two men were arrested in Salt Lake City after placing an incendiary device under a news vehicle, which failed to ignite properly. They face serious charges including attempted arson and terrorism, and the investigation revealed illegal firearms and hoax weapons at their residence. The incident heightened public safety concerns amid ongoing investigations into related threats and violence in the area.
A 13-year-old in Washington state was arrested after police found him with over 20 guns, ammunition, and writings related to school shootings, indicating a potential mass shooting plan. The boy, who had an obsession with past school shooters, was detained and charged with threats and firearm possession, while authorities investigate his intentions and the legality of the weapons.
A 13-year-old boy in Washington was arrested for possessing 23 guns and ammunition, with social media posts indicating intentions to commit a mass shooting. He pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, and authorities found evidence of obsession with school shooters and imitation behaviors. His parents believe the posts were meant to be 'cool' among peers, and the boy is not currently enrolled in any school.