Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez and NYC Police Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch announced a gun buyback event on April 5, 2025, at Cornerstone Baptist Church, where participants can receive $500 for turning in operable guns and assault rifles. The initiative aims to build on the historic progress in reducing gun violence, with Gonzalez highlighting significant declines in shootings and homicides. Tisch noted the NYPD’s successes in removing illegal firearms, emphasizing the importance of community participation in ensuring safer neighborhoods. The event represents a joint effort to foster safety in Brooklyn communities.
Brooklyn made historic progress in reducing gun violence last year, with shootings at their lowest level on record and homicides significantly down.
The NYPD's intensified efforts to combat gun violence are paying off - shootings are down a record 23 percent this year, and more than 1,300 illegal firearms have been taken off our streets.
Every New Yorker has an opportunity to safely turn in a gun, reduce the risk of harm, earn some money, and help make our neighborhoods safer.
Cornerstone is intentional about partnering with the District Attorney's Office to get guns off the street. We will continue to collaborate to create a safe community.
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