Nearly 300 weapons collected at Vista gun safety event
By SDCN Editor
Vista, CA–The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department teamed up with its law enforcement partners to help get unwanted weapons off the streets through a gun safety event last weekend in Vista.
A total of 293 unwanted firearms were turned in by the public during Sunday’s event at the North County Regional Center located in the 300 block of South Melrose Drive.
Individuals received a $100 gift card for handguns, rifles, and shotguns or a $200 gift card for assault weapons and ghost guns.
Those turning in guns could also choose a new skateboard provided by New Vision Church.
Deputies gave away 13 cable locks and 13 gun safety lock boxes to people looking to secure firearms kept in their homes.
According to the Sheriff’s Department, all weapons collected will be processed. Any firearms found to have been involved in a crime will be referred to the appropriate law enforcement agency. If any guns are found to be stolen, the original owners will be contacted. All remaining weapons will be destroyed in accordance with the law.
The Sheriff’s Department partnered with the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office, Oceanside Police Department, the City of Vista, and the Fallbrook Sheriff’s Substation in the Gun Safety event.
The public can always turn in their unwanted weapons at any Sheriff’s station or substation. For safety, the public must keep the gun in the trunk of their car, and await further instructions from a deputy.
For a list of Sheriff’s patrol stations, the public can call the Sheriff’s non-emergency line at (858) 565-5200.
