THREE handguns are among 13 firearms surrendered to Chifley police during the statewide firearms amnesty.
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In addition to the 13 firearms, 39 separate quantities of ammunition have also been surrendered to Chifley police.
While the number of firearms surrendered is lower than last year’s figures, Crime Manager with Chifley Police District, Det Inspector Luke Rankin said police were still pleased people were taking advantage of the amnesty.
He reminded people the amnesty continued through until September 30, 2018.
Inspector Rankin has previously said he urges anyone who may have firearms they no longer have any use for, to consider surrendering them during this amnesty.
He reminded those who are considering surrendering firearms to ensure they are rendered safe and unloaded before surrendering them.
During last year’s amnesty Chifley Police District’s crime manager Detective Chief Inspector Luke Rankin said the amnesty provided an opportunity for gun owners to either register or give up an unregistered firearm without penalty.
“Unregistered and illegal firearms are a significant risk to our community, especially when they end up in the hands of criminals,” Detective Inspector Rankin said.
He added there were hefty penalties for possessing unregistered or prohibited firearms, including fines of up to $280,000, 14 years in jail and a criminal conviction.
Firearms and firearm-related items can be surrendered under the amnesty to Bathurst Police Station (6332 8699) or CD Field Service at Walang (6337 5374).