Residents have stepped up to make their communities safer by handing in more than 1,700 unwanted, illegal and unregistered firearms, while another 2,200 have since been registered.
NSW Crime Stoppers CEO Peter Price says it is a great result so far and shows people in the community want to do the right thing.
“We want to encourage others in the community to do the same,” he said.
“There may be old firearms that you haven’t used for a long time or no longer want or need, or firearms that previously haven’t been registered. Please, for the safety of your family, friends, and wider community, just hand them in.
“All of us have seen the harm that is caused by the unlawful use of a firearm and the impact on community confidence that often follows, which is why we all have a part to play in making our community safer.”
Under the amnesty, people can register or surrender illegal firearms, unregistered or unwanted firearms, ammunition and firearm parts at no cost and without penalty.
They can be surrendered to a police station or licensed firearms dealer without penalty.
