by Sam Jacobs
Stolen guns, as opposed to those lawfully purchased, contribute to a substantial number of crimes in the U.S. Unfortunately, we rarely have conversations that explore the criminal’s impact on crime.
We’ve completed a comprehensive analysis of gun theft in the U.S. Here are a few of the highlights from that report:
- On average, 200,000 guns are stolen annually. However, fewer guns were stolen in 2021 than in 2017 despite historical rates of firearm sales.
- Over 85% of prison inmates interviewed in 2016 used a firearm sourced from somewhere other than a lawful dealer.
- Only 10% of all stolen guns are ever used in a crime, but most criminals purchase a stolen firearm from underground dealers rather than stealing it themselves.
It shouldn’t be a secret that stolen firearms in the hands of criminals pose a risk to America’s communities. Furthermore, it is rarely lawful gun owners who commit crimes.
We found this topic intriguing and hope you do as well. You can read the full report here.
Please feel free to share and discuss our findings with others who may find it intriguing, as well!
In Liberty,
Sam Jacobs
