Gun accessory manufacturer sued over 'deceptive' magazine lock used by Buffalo grocery store shooter

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Gun accessory manufacturer sued over 'deceptive' magazine lock used by Buffalo grocery store shooter
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The lawsuit alleges the company is its product is 'simple to remove' and used deceptive advertising on its website and social media platforms.

-- and illegally aid in the possession of assault weapons in the state.

The lawsuit alleges the company is"well aware that the MA Lock is simple to remove," and used deceptive advertising on its website, YouTube and other social media platforms. In January 2022, the man who pleaded guilty in the Buffalo shooting purchased a used AR-15 with a magazine lock installed from a company called Mean Arms that allegedly claimed would turn the weapon into one complaint with the New York State law, court documents said.

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