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Poughkeepsie gun buyback program takes 48 weapons off the street

People turned in 48 weapons at Saturday's buyback event in Poughkeepsie.

News 12 Staff

May 16, 2022, 4:32 PM

Updated 933 days ago

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Dozens of firearms are off the street in Dutchess County thanks to a gun buyback event hosted by Attorney General Letitia James.
People turned in 48 weapons at Saturday's buyback event in Poughkeepsie.
The event collected 14 long guns, 19 handguns, 12 non-working guns and three assault rifles.
Those who brought in their firearms were given prepaid gift cards in exchange for the unloaded gun.
drop dismissal story - it would need to be pulled in like an hour.