Politics & Government
Goods for Guns - Gun Buyback Program This Weekend in Worcester
Safely get guns off the streets of Worcester.
WORCESTER, MA—The city is holding a gun buyback program this weekend, offering money for guns in a "Goods for Guns" program.
"A gun in the home is 22 times more likely to kill a family member or friend than to kill an intruder," said the release. "With gun ownership comes the responsibility of storing guns locked, unloaded and inaccessible to kids. If this is not something you can do, let us dispose of the firearm for you by participating in 'Goods for Guns.'"
The event takes place on Saturday, June 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Belmont AME Zion Church, 55 Illinois St.
Turn in your operable gun and receive:
- Semi-automatic weapon: $75 gift certificate to a local merchant.
- Handgun: $50 gift certificate to a local merchant.
- Long gun: $25 gift certificate to a local merchant.
- Also accepting non-operable guns, live ammunition and firearm accessories (no gift certificates issued).
- Get gun locks for free, even if you aren't turning in a gun.
- Anonymity ensured - no names asked.
- No gun registrations required.
All guns must be brought unloaded and wrapped in a bag. Questions: Call 508-799-8531.
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