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Chinese Immigrant in United States Accused of Sending Weapons to North Korea


Shenghua Wen, a Chinese man living in the U.S. illegally, was arrested for exporting guns and ammunition to North Korea. He was accused of planning to send other technology, including eavesdropping devices and drone components, to the nuclear-armed state. Working with co-conspirators, Wen shipped at least two shipments of firearms and ammunition hidden in shipping containers from Long Beach to North Korea. Authorities seized some material before it could be shipped and found rounds of ammunition at Wen’s home during a search. Wen admitted to meeting with North Korean officials in China who instructed him to send goods to North Korea, despite severe trade sanctions. He purchased firearms through straw buyers, mostly in Texas, and drove them to California, claiming it was a simple process. The North Korean officials also requested civilian aircraft engines, military uniforms, and a military video and infrared system. Wen is facing charges of conspiracy to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, which could result in up to 20 years in prison if convicted. He did not appear to have a publicly available attorney at the time of his arrest. This case highlights the significant implications of illegal arms trafficking and technology transfer to restricted countries.

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