US National Guard Soldier Charged for Attempting to Send 3D-Printed Gun Parts to al-Qaeda
Andrew Scott Hastings, 25, a US National Guard soldier, has been charged with attempting to send 3D-printed gun parts to an agent posing as an al-Qaeda contact, according to an announcement from the Justice Department.
Hastings allegedly shipped the 3D-printed components as part of a covert operation. The case highlights the emerging concerns over the use of advanced manufacturing technologies in illicit arms distribution.
A 3D printer creating a pistol; illustrative. (Photo credit: mendlerdaniel/Shutterstock)
By JAMES GENN
https://www.jpost.com/international/islamic-terrorism/article-869306