Man arrested for possessing firearms disguised as toy guns

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A 60-year-old man was arrested for possessing firearms with lethal capabilities, disguised as toy guns. Police discovered two of the 34 confiscated items could fire live ammunition. The investigation began after cyber patrols found toy guns listed on an auction site. Authorities are increasingly identifying and recalling these illegal imitation firearms, which can be mistaken for toys but pose risks of accidental discharge or criminal misuse.


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