Firearms Amnesty for Turkish Top-Venting Blank Firers Announced
A four-week amnesty allows the public to surrender illegal Turkish blank firers to police without prosecution
Hertfordshire, Turkey, Firearms, Amnesty, Police
Hertfordshire: A new firearms amnesty is here. People can surrender Turkish top-venting blank firing guns to the police. This is a chance to hand in these illegal firearms without facing charges.
The amnesty lasts four weeks, from February 3 to February 28. It aims to prevent these guns from being misused. They can be converted into real weapons, which is a serious concern.
Even though gun crime is low in the UK, there are still dangerous incidents. Most blank firers are legal for those over 18. However, Turkish top-venting blank firers are illegal because they can be easily converted.
This amnesty helps those who may not know they are breaking the law. If you own a Turkish TVBF, you can surrender it without fear of prosecution. Just email the police to set up an appointment.
Superintendent Clare Smith leads this campaign. She emphasizes the importance of removing these firearms from the community. Even one illegal gun can pose a risk.
Possessing a Turkish TVBF after the amnesty could lead to jail time. If you know someone with illegal firearms, report it by calling 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously.