Second World War gun handed over to police after firearm discovery in Elgin home

Police have confirmed the discovery of a World War II firearm at a property on Munro Place in Elgin.

Officers were on the scene shortly after 1pm.

The firearm was handed into police after being found at the property.

Police Scotland have made it clear that there is no risk to the wider public.

This comes six weeks after a death at the same property.

It is understood that the two cases are not linked, and the death was a medical related incident.

A police statement said:“Around 1.10pm on Saturday, 11 January, 2025, a firearm believed to be from World War II was handed in to police after being found at a property on Munro Place, Elgin.

“As part of our enquiries, searches of the property are ongoing.

“There is no risk to the wider public.”