A total of 63 firearms are surrendered to Lincolnshire police during operation

Sixty-three firearms have been handed in to Lincolnshire Police during a two week surrender.

Of the 63 firearms, there were four air pistols, 44 rifles, and 15 shotguns.

The police emphasised that this was a surrender and not an armistice. They said during the operation, those surrendering firearms would not face prosecution for illegal possession of a firearm at the point of surrender, and they can remain anonymous. But officers may still investigate firearms offences, should any come to light, now the operation has concluded.

Detective Inspector Mark Seage said: “We had a selection of weapons handed in during the two week surrender; these included fully functional weapons through to imitation weapons. Imitation weapons in the wrong hands can cause
as much fear as live weapons.

“We are delighted that residents have supported our campaign and handed in these weapons which will prevent them from getting into the wrong hands.

“I would like to thank all of the staff, and residents, who participated in this campaign for their support.”