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American retailer Walmart is overhauling its gun and ammunition sales policy in the wake of a mass shooting at one of its stores in Texas last month.

Walmart will stop selling handguns in Alaska and stop selling short barrel rifles and handgun

ammunition across the US. Shoppers will also be asked to stop openly carrying firearms in its stores. Image: AP

 

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By over hauling they mean, you cant load the gun till your in the car park. Attendant: 'just the AR assault rifle & the 960 rounds sir? Customer: 'yes mam' Attendant: 'Dont forget, new store policy, you cant load up till your in the car park. Have a nice day'.

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