Example of a ghost gun: Ghost guns are displayed at the headquarters of the San Francisco Police Department, in San Francisco, Nov. 27, 2019. (AP File)
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Donald Henderson, 30, of Fresno, is facing federal charges after a grand jury indicted him on being a felon in possession of ammunition, U.S. Attorney Phillip Talbert announced Thursday.
Henderson allegedly arranged to sell a rifle to an undercover officer in Clovis on Sept. 4.
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According to court documents, the plan quickly unraveled as Henderson got into a vehicle and led officers on a high-speed chase.
During the pursuit, he reportedly tossed a loaded, privately manufactured “ghost gun” from the vehicle.
The weapon was equipped with a high-capacity magazine, authorities said.
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If convicted, Henderson could face up to 15 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
This case is part of the Project Safe Neighborhoods program, a federal effort aimed at curbing violent crime and gun violence.
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