- Mark John Buschman, a 60-year-old from Viroqua, Wisc., was indicted on six counts for allegedly selling and smuggling firearms and related parts to buyers in Saudi Arabia without a license.
- Buschman is accused of running an illegal export conspiracy for over five years, from February 2019 to December 2024. He obtained firearms in the U.S., advertised them on platforms like eBay, and shipped them to Saudi Arabia, receiving approximately $398,000 from buyers.
- Buschman faces charges including conspiracy to smuggle goods, attempted smuggling, dealing in firearms without a license, and making false statements to law enforcement. If convicted on all counts, he could face up to 42 years in prison and fines of up to $1.5 million. Read More