Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announces a new initiative providing free gun locks to local residents, available at 11 county libraries. With growing concerns over gun violence, Moriarty highlights that six out of ten gun deaths in the U.S. are by suicide, and a significant number of firearm fatalities among children result from unintentional discharges.
During a press conference, Moriarty emphasizes the importance of gun locks as a preventive measure, stating they can delay access to firearms and potentially save lives. Authorities remind residents not to bring firearms into the libraries when picking up the locks, reinforcing the initiative’s focus on safety and accessibility.
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