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Denmark's Weapons Amnesty

Denmark's nationwide weapons amnesty yielded over 8,400 surrendered weapons in an effort to curb gang violence.

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Have other countries implemented similar initiatives?: Other European nations, such as France and Serbia, have also conducted similar weapons amnesties in recent years to tackle gun violence.
What is the overall trend of gang violence in Denmark?: Gang violence has escalated in Denmark in recent years, prompting the government to implement the weapons amnesty.
What was the purpose of the weapons amnesty in Denmark?: Over 8,400 weapons were surrendered in Denmark during a nationwide amnesty in November, aiming to combat gang violence.
What is the legal status of possessing firearms in Denmark?: The amnesty allows people to surrender weapons without fear of prosecution, helping prevent illegal weapons from falling into criminal hands.
What significant discovery was made by a man participating in the amnesty?: A man cleaning a house in Denmark discovered and turned in 80 firearms, 140 kg of ammunition, and a World War II grenade as part of the amnesty.

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