Army weapons still going missing

Thursday, 12 February 2026 06:30

The army is still losing too many weapons - despite an effort 10 years ago to keep better track of them.

Last year 79 complete weapons were lost - mainly assault rifles. That's up significantly from the previous year when 49 rifles were lost.

The army says many were taken after a series of burglaries - mainly in French speaking areas.

4 rifles have been listed as buried after the rockfall in the village of Blatten.

Those who lose their issued guns can face serious consequences - ranging from large fines to imprisonment.

But if a weapon is stolen while it is being stored properly, the owner will escape punishment.

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