The Provincial wide gun amnesty program in June collected almost 700 firearms and more than 22 thousand rounds of ammunition.

The program took place the entire month of June and allowed for people to turn in unwanted firearms and ammunition.

Some notable items collected included explosives shell and a cannonball.

“We take the safety of our families and our communities very seriously,” said Justice Minister Heather Stefanson. “By encouraging Manitobans to turn in these unwanted firearms and ammunition we did our part in ensuring that illegal or stolen guns never make it into the wrong hands.”

So far, the Dauphin detachment has collected 256 rounds of ammunition, 3 rifles, and 1 shotgun.

The majority of the firearms and ammunition surrendered during the amnesty will be destroyed. A very small number will be kept for historical, educational, or training purposes.