Crawley Police station is one of several venues across Surrey and Sussex who are taking in illegal weapons, as part of a nationwide campaign to make the streets safer.

People in possession of unwanted guns or ammunition, which include replica firearms, antique guns, or any items kept as war trophies, are being encouraged to hand them in.

The list includes replica firearms, air weapons, BB guns, imitation firearms, antique guns, component parts, stun guns, Taser, cs/pepper spray and other ballistic items.

The police are also encouraging current and previous military personnel to hand in any items kept as war trophies.

The aim of the operation is to reduce the number of illegally held firearms in circulation, which could fall into the hands of criminals.

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