Police want guns off the street and they’re willing to pay for them.
As part of a citywide NYPD initiative, Bronxites can surrender an operable gun and receive a $200 bank card, Saturday, April 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at two local churches.
Local residents can drop off guns at the Immaculate Conception Church, 754 E. Gun Hill Rd., between Holland Avenue and Capuchin Way or at Community Protestant Church, 1659 E. Gun Hill Rd., between Gunther Avenue and Tiemann Avenue.
BB guns and air pistols will also be accepted for $20. You can surrender as many guns as you wish, but you will only be paid for three or up to $600. For more information and to find other locations, call 311 regarding the “Bronx Gun Buyback Program.”
Guns owned by active or retired law enforcement officers or licensed gun dealers will not be accepted.
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