Wilkinsburg Police were able to get dozens of guns off of the streets on Saturday when they hosted a gun buyback event.
Residents turned in firearms for Giant Eagle and Save-A-Lot gift cards with no questions asked.
Handguns went for $50 and rifles for $25.
Police also collected ammunition, knives, and brass knuckles. Doug Yohouse, a detective for Wilkinsburg Police told KDKA-TV,
"Basically, we're trying to get the guns off of the street so they don't fall into the wrong hands. People who don't want them anymore, seniors whose spouse passed away that don't know what to do or how to dispose of them, so this is an easy way for them [people] to dispose of weapons."
While the buyback is over, the Wilkinsburg Police say they will accept any and all guns during business hours at the station.
Be sure to listen live and follow KDKA NewsRadio on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news and updates. You can download the Audacy App here.
