June has been designated as National Gun Violence Awareness Month. In an effort to promote gun safety here in Newton, NPD is partnering with the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office and the Newton Gun Violence Prevention Collaborative on a “Safer Homes, Safer Communities” Gun Buyback on June 24th.

Grocery gift cards will be given out ranging from $25-$200 in value for each firearm received. You will also receive a gift card for any BB/Pellet Guns received. See the flyer attached for more details.

NPD is also giving away free gun locks to residents all month. To request a gun lock or for more information on the gun buyback, contact Lt. Henrickson, Community Services Bureau, 617-796-2103. #gunviolenceprevention