They're known as ghost guns, a type of firearm that can be purchased online and assembled at home. For the Binghamton Police Department, they pose a new threat to neighborhoods across the city.

“They are untraceable. They do not have a serial number. Ghost guns can be sold without a background check,” city Mayor Jared Kraham said.

As of the past few days, ghost guns have been responsible for multiple shootings across Binghamton.

Police responded to Hazel Street on April 2, then Robert Street and the west side on April 5, along with Lake Avenue a day later.

The suspect in the Lake Avenue shooting allegedly fired rounds into a home, with bullets going through a child’s bedroom.

“These crimes should not and will not be tolerated in the city of Binghamton. These were not random acts of violence, but reckless, dangerous actions between groups or people that knew each other,” said Kraham.

Ghost guns have been increasingly popping up in the city of Binghamton. Recently, police arrested a man for possession of a weapon, and even though that was seized, it didn’t take long for him to get another.

“He was released, and we got information within a few short days that he already ordered some more parts. You have to order them separately and assemble yourself, but it’s not difficult, as you see. I think, hopefully, the federal government and the state is working on legislation that will address all these issues,” Binghamton Police Chief Joe Zikuski said.

Police have since arrested Savion Harris and Jayvon Phillips, both 19. The chief said Phillips attempted to escape custody and assaulted a police lieutenant. A third suspect is 17, and is charged as a minor so his name was not released.

Multiple suspects are still on the loose.

If you have any information that could be helpful, call Binghamton police at 607-772-7080. All callers remain anonymous.