Recreational shooting is common in the St George region, as well as in many of Queensland’s rural and urban areas, which is why police are reminding licenced weapon holders of the dangers of leaving firearms unsecured in vehicles.

In recent weeks, two people have been charged with firearm storage offences after weapons were left unsecured in cars.

A vehicle does not meet Queensland’s strict safe storage requirements, and firearm owners risk prosecution and loss of licence if they fail to comply.

Even short stops create an opportunity for theft, with offenders often targeting vehicles after hunting trips.

Once stolen, firearms are rarely recovered and can lead to further offending as many stolen firearms are often used in illicit crime.

As part of Operation Whiskey Firestorm, police ar

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