Police distribute free gun locks to Lakewood residents
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Free firearm safety locks are available to Lakewood residents as part of a gun violence awareness campaign.
City officials said 200 basic gun locks will be distributed to anybody who requests one from the Lakewood Police Department.
Lakewood Police Captain Gary Stone says unfortunate accidents are bound to happen when people don’t practice gun safety.
“Firearms are very, very dangerous things when they’re carried and used by those who are not familiar with how to use them,” said Captain Stone.
“It’s important for anyone that has a weapon that it’s secured properly, especially in a home where there are young children,” said Captain Stone. “Take the time and use one of these gun locks and secure the weapon.”
The Lakewood Police Department’s offering comes just says before Senate Bill 215 turns into Ohio’s new conceal-carry law.
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