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44,000 Guns Stolen in Australia: Calls for Regulation Rise
10/28/2025
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Story summary
- The Australia Institute reports more than 44,000 guns have been stolen in Australia over the past 21 years, including 9,000 since 2020.
- Police operations have seized more than 1,000 firearms, including 3D-printed weapons.
- Rod Campbell, an expert, argues for updated regulations, including limits on gun ownership.
- Jack Wegman of the Sporting Shooters Association says restrictions won't improve safety.
