Cops destroy 11 800 firearms used in crimes
The South African Police Service (SAPS) destroyed over 11,800 firearms as part of an annual effort to reduce gun violence. The weapons included those used in crimes against women and children, as well as those surrendered during amnesty periods.
Why it matters
This initiative highlights government efforts to address high rates of violent crime and gender-based violence through the systematic removal of illegal weaponry.
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