VOICED : Chile destruye su mayor cantidad de armas decomisadas

Chile has destroyed 14,000 firearms collected through judicial procedures and voluntary surrender programs. This marks the largest destruction of firearms since 1990, contributing to a 6.3% reduction in crimes involving firearms and a 9.3% overall crime reduction. The voluntary surrender program has seen significant growth in the past two years, supported by new legislation and efforts from the Ministry of Interior and Ganaderos de Chile. The recycled steel from the destroyed firearms will be used in the expansion of Santiago's International Airport.

How many firearms were destroyed by Chile recently?

• 12,000

• 16,000

• 10,000

• 14,000

What percentage of the total firearms destroyed since 1990 does the recent destruction represent?

• 20%

• 15%

• 12%

• 10%

By what percentage have crime rates involving firearms decreased due to these actions?

• 5.3%

• 6.3%

• 8.3%

• 7.3%

What has contributed to the increase in voluntary firearm surrender in the last two years?

• International pressure

• Increased crime rates

• A new law and efforts by the Ministry of Interior

• Economic incentives

What will the melted steel from the destroyed firearms be used for?

• Constructing bridges

• Expanding the International Airport of Santiago

• Building new schools

• Manufacturing new vehicles