Over 300 weapons were handed into Lincolnshire Police as part of a 10 week amnesty.
From October 8 until December 18 secure bins were in place at police stations in Lincoln, Grantham, Boston, Spalding and Skegness for those that wished to dispose of a weapon or an item that could be used as one. The amnesty allowed those who took part to dispose of a weapon without any questions being asked.
In total 315 weapons or items that could be used as one, such as an old unwanted kitchen knife, were handed in. Amongst these were various knives, machetes, knuckledusters an imitation firearm and a crossbow.
Two shotguns and an air rifle were also surrendered to us during the amnesty.
There were 30 weapons handed in at the Spalding Police Station.
Reflecting on its success, Detective Chief Inspector Amy Whiffen said: “I would like to thank everyone who took part in our amnesty – those who have handed in weapons or an item that could be used as one have helped to make our county safer.
“We will continue to take every opportunity to reduce the number of weapons in Lincolnshire and educate people about the dangers of choosing to own one, even if there isn’t an intention to use it in any way.”
