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Smith & Wesson Sued Over Social-Media Marketing

A Chicago lawsuit is targeting the maker of the gun used in a mass shooting, claiming that Smith & Wesson "targets impulsive young men" in its social media advertisements aimed at video gamers. "Smith & Wesson is trying to capitalize on their interest and love for playing these games by offering them the real-life weapons that they’re using to kill people in these games,” said attorney Ari Scharg. The lawsuit alleges Smith & Wesson of “unlawfully marketing” its M&P 15 semi-automatic assault rifle -- the one the Highland Park, Illinois shooter used.

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