Baltimore residents turn in guns for cash

Summary

A gun buyback event took place in Baltimore at Shake and Bake, aiming to get firearms off the streets and out of homes. Citizens turned in various firearms, including guns inherited from family members, to prevent potential future misuse. The process was anonymous, with participants expressing relief at removing guns from their households. Interim Police Commissioner Gary Tuggle emphasized the importance of getting guns destroyed to avoid future tragedies. Over 150 guns were turned in during the first hour, with payouts ranging from $25 to $500. More events are scheduled throughout the month.

Takeaways

• 🔫 Guns are being collected off the street and out of homes for destruction.
• 🚪 The gun buyback event took place at Shake and Bake, located at 1601 Pennsylvania Avenue, starting at noon.
• 🚔 A steady stream of people turned in firearms, including Harriet Wadley, who surrendered her father's gun.
• 👍 Many participants felt safer and more at ease after turning in their guns.
• 👴 Lawrence Hicks Jr. turned in his father's double-barreled shotgun to prevent it from being accessible to his grandchildren.
• 📅 This is the first of three gun buybacks happening this month.
• 🔄 There is no limit on the number of firearms turned in, but only two high-capacity magazines per person are accepted.
• 📝 Only private citizens of Baltimore City are eligible to participate.
• 💰 Payouts for turned-in firearms range from $25 to $500.
• 👮 Interim Police Commissioner Gary Tuggle stated that 150 guns were turned in during the first hour and a half of the event.

Q & A

What was the purpose of the gun buyback event mentioned in the transcript?

The purpose of the gun buyback event was to encourage people to turn in firearms to get them off the streets and out of homes, thereby making Baltimore safer.

Where did the gun buyback event take place?

The event took place at Shake and Bake, located at 1601 Pennsylvania Avenue in Baltimore.

Who were some of the individuals that participated in the gun buyback event?

Participants included Harriet Wadley, who turned in a gun that belonged to her father, and Lawrence Hicks Jr., who turned in his father’s double-barrel shotgun.

Why did Harriet Wadley participate in the gun buyback program?

Harriet Wadley participated in the gun buyback to help keep guns off the street and make Baltimore safer.

What was Lawrence Hicks Jr.'s reason for turning in his gun?

Lawrence Hicks Jr. turned in his father’s double-barrel shotgun to prevent his grandkids from potentially accessing it.

What are some of the rules for participating in the gun buyback event?

Participants had to be private citizens of Baltimore City, there was no limit on the number of firearms that could be turned in, but only two high-capacity magazines per person were accepted.

What was the range of payouts offered during the gun buyback event?

The payouts ranged from $25 to $500, depending on the type of firearm or item turned in.

How many guns were turned in during the first hour and a half of the event?

In the first hour and a half, 150 guns were turned in.

What did Interim Police Commissioner Gary Tuggle compare firearms to in the household, and why?

Gary Tuggle compared firearms to opioids in the household, explaining that both can lead to tragedy if someone uses them, highlighting the importance of removing firearms to prevent potential harm.

When will the next gun buyback event take place?

The next gun buyback event will take place in December.