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The classic conservative slogan "When guns are outlawed, only outlaws will have guns" has largely disappeared from the modern political lexicon. This shift suggests that even some Republicans may be moving toward supporting broader gun restrictions. Statistics indicate that at least 18,000 guns are stolen from police annually, supporting the argument that criminals will always maintain access to weaponry regardless of bans.
A 2012 report from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) revealed that over 190,000 firearms were reported lost or stolen by law enforcement officers nationwide. This statistic highlights a significant loophole in gun control efforts, as many service weapons are not properly secured in vehicles according to department policies. These stolen or lost weapons frequently enter the black market, contributing to the volume of untraceable firearms on the street.
A violent ambush on Philadelphia police officer Jesse Hartnett by Edward Archer is discussed. Archer, who pledged allegiance to the Islamic State, fired a dozen rounds into Hartnett's patrol car. Investigation revealed that the firearm used in the attack was a stolen police service weapon, highlighting the irony that the crime was committed with a gun originally issued by the state.
