Albany County Sheriff’s deputies recently arrested an 18-year-old for possessing a modified flare gun, prompting Sheriff Craig Apple to issue urgent warnings regarding public safety. This incident highlights a troubling trend, as law enforcement has seized seven modified flare guns across New York State in recent years, with four being confiscated just this year.
Sheriff Apple emphasizes that these modified firearms, which can function dangerously like guns, pose significant risks, especially as boating season approaches. With easier access to flare guns in sporting goods and boating stores, authorities are concerned that individuals may misuse them as weapons, potentially endangering others. The Sheriff urges the public to secure their flare guns and be aware of their whereabouts to prevent tragic accidents.
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