EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Fort Bliss will be hosting an event to allow people to safely get rid of ammunition or explosives without legal consequences.
According to Fort Bliss, on Sept. 23, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., the military base will host an “Ammunition and Explosives Amnesty Day” to collect bullets and explosives in a “strict, no-questions-asked” environment.
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The event will be held on and off-post:
On-post, it will be at East Fort Bliss, near the Blackhawk Tank Trail and the vehicle wash rack.Off-post, at the Texas Army National Guard Armory, located at 9100 Gateway North Blvd., near Hondo Pass in Northeast El Paso.
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“We encourage everyone to take advantage of this safe turn-in opportunity to help protect your family, friends and community,” said Richard Dewitt, a 1st Armored Division and Fort Bliss safety specialist. “This is a vital opportunity to relinquish these hazardous items safely and without fear of prosecution or disciplinary action. This program is designed to prevent unforeseen incidents and keep our entire community safe.”
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