Buffalo man arrested for manufacturing and selling 3D printed firearm parts
On October 20, 2026, the NYSP Violent Gang and Narcotics Enforcement Team and Community Stabilization Unit (CSU) arrested Socrates J. Sudi, 19 of Buffalo, NY for 14 counts of NY PL 265.10, Manufacture, transport, disposition and defacement of weapons and dangerous instruments and appliances – D Felony and 5 counts of attempted NY PL 265.10 Manufacture, transport, disposition and defacement of weapons and dangerous instruments and appliances – E Felony.
This investigation started in September of 2026. NYSP Bureau of Criminal Investigation along with multiple State Police specialized units identified Sudi who used a 3D printer to fabricate firearms parts for sale over the internet. On October 20, 2026, Troop A CSU, Department of Homeland Security, Buffalo Police Department, and ATF executed a search warrant on Richlawn Ave in the city of Buffalo. Multiple items were identified and secured. Sudi was arrested and processed. Sudi was transported to Buffalo Lockup for CAP arraignment.
Ixelles M. Amisi, 22 years old, was also located inside the residence during the warrant execution. Amisi was determined to have an active bench warrant out of Cheektowaga Police Department and was turned over to them.
This is still an active investigation.
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