Three charged after Ontario police find 3D printed firearm in home

An investigation began after police were tipped off about a series of firearm parts being shipped to the address. Police were concerned that the resident of the address may be attempting to construct an illegal firearm.

However, upon arrival, police discovered that the firearm parts were actually being replicated through 3D printing.

Nolan Pichette, 21, and Anna Pichette, 61, have both been charged with trafficking a firearm, unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm, and careless storage of a firearm.

Cory Benoit, 40, is also facing two counts of failing to comply with a release order in connection to the incident, CTV News reports.

The rise of 3D printing has rung alarm bells among gun control advocates and enforcers, who believe such efforts could be futile when any firearm could be 3D printed within the comfort of one's own home.