CPD, New Beginnings Church hold gun turn-in event with no questions asked

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Saturday, December 19, 2020
CPD, New Beginnings Church hold gun turn-in event
Chicago police partnered with New Beginnings Church to hold a gun turn-in event Saturday.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago police hopes to get more guns off the streets in a safe way.



The police department partnered with New Beginnings Church to host a gun turn-in event with no questions asked.



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Everyone who turns over a gun will receive a $100 prepaid gift card. Those who hand over a BB gun, replica or an air gun will get a $10 gift card.



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The turn-in event starts at 10 am Saturday morning at New Beginnings Church on 66th and King Drive.

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