We encourage residents to pick up a gun lock from the police department to store their firearms securely.  The locks we provide fit on most types of handguns, rifles, and shotguns. The goal is to prevent a child or any other unauthorized person from accessing a firearm in your home.

• Did you know safe firearms storage is the #1 way to help prevent firearms accidents, theft, and misuse? During National Safety Month this June, we encourage you to take the first step towards responsible gun ownership by securing your firearm when not in use. For your convenience, free resources are available at http://www.projectchildsafe.org. Don't forget to stop by our department for a free cable-style gun lock courtesy of the Thomasville Police Department. Visit http://www.projectchildsafe.org for more information.
• Every day, more than 300 people are directly impacted by gun violence in the United States. Gun Violence Awareness Month was created to draw attention to this tragic reality and demand life-saving change.

We Wear Orange in honor of Hadiya Pendleton and all those impacted by gun violence.

Hadiya Pendleton was 15 years old when she was shot and killed in Chicago in 2013. One week earlier, Hadiya performed with her high school majorette squad at a President's inaugural parade. In response to her death, Hadiya's friends asked others to wear orange to raise awareness about gun violence. 

Gun violence prevention advocates and organizations nationwide have taken up the color orange as the color of gun violence awareness, and the first Friday in June is now considered National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

Follow the link below to learn 5 ways to lock your firearm securely for preventative measures. 

https://www.ncsafe.org/safestorage/

#OWN IT, RESPECT IT, SECURE IT