Ammo Shortage Update : 7 Million Rounds Of Ammo Headed For U.S. Stolen!

Published on June 23, 2021
Duration: 4:01

This video provides an update on a significant ammunition theft in Mexico, detailing the types and quantities of ammunition stolen, and its potential impact on both the Mexican and US markets. The speaker, drawing on news reports, clarifies misinformation regarding specific calibers and discusses the implications of such a large-scale theft for criminal organizations and legal supply chains.

Quick Summary

Seven million rounds of ammunition, including .22LR, .40 Smith & Wesson, .45 ACP, .38 Special, and 7.62x39mm, were stolen in Mexico while en route to the US. This significant theft is expected to worsen the current ammunition shortage and potentially impact the US market, with reports suggesting it may have been an inside job.

Chapters

  1. 00:18Ammo Theft Overview
  2. 00:29Theft Details and Location
  3. 00:42Stolen Ammo Calibers
  4. 01:00Initial vs. Corrected Reports
  5. 01:41Impact of Theft
  6. 01:50AR-15 Ammo Clarification
  7. 02:44Theft Timeline and Motive

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened to 7 million rounds of ammunition destined for the US?

Seven million rounds of ammunition, including various calibers like .22LR, .40 Smith & Wesson, .45 ACP, .38 Special, and 7.62x39mm, were stolen in Mexico while en route to the US. The incident occurred in San Luis de Potosí and is believed to have exacerbated the current ammunition shortage.

Which calibers of ammunition were stolen in the Mexico incident?

The stolen ammunition included approximately 6 million rounds of .22LR, 295,000 rounds of .40 Smith & Wesson, 117,000 rounds of .45 ACP, 100,000 rounds of .38 Special, and 78,000 rounds of 7.62x39mm. This contradicts initial reports that only .22LR was taken.

What is the potential impact of the stolen ammunition on the US market?

The theft of 7 million rounds of ammunition, including calibers commonly used in pistols and rifles, is expected to worsen the existing ammunition shortage in the US. It also raises concerns about the ammunition potentially entering illicit markets.

Were AR-15 rounds stolen in the Mexico ammunition heist?

No, reports indicate that no dedicated AR-15 ammunition was stolen. The stolen rounds included .22LR, .40 Smith & Wesson, .45 ACP, .38 Special, and 7.62x39mm, the latter being compatible with AK-47 type rifles, not standard AR-15s.

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