Baltimore Archdiocese Collects 280 Guns in Buyback

The Archdiocese of Baltimore successfully hosted its second gun buyback event, collecting 284 firearms, including handguns, rifles, and semi-automatics, and raising $70,000 through donations. Participants received between $100 and $200 for each weapon turned in, with funds not used for the buyback allocated to families of homicide victims. Archbishop William E. Lori emphasized the importance of such initiatives in reducing the potential for gun-related violence. Community leaders, including Father Michael Murphy, highlighted the event's role in fostering peace and addressing the impact of gun violence on families, particularly those who have lost loved ones. The event attracted numerous participants, reflecting a collective effort to remove dangerous firearms from circulation.