EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Over 280 firearms were collected last weekend during the Gun Buy Back event hosted by the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Office of County Commissioner Jackie Butler and the County Attorney’s Office.
This event provided residents with a safe and anonymous opportunity to turn unwanted or unused firearms, helping to reduce the number of guns in circulation and enhance community safety, EPCSO said.
EPCSO said that 276 working firearms and eight non-operational firearms were collected.
“This event showed the power of community partnership,” Sheriff Oscar Ugarte said. “Every firearm turned in is one less risk in our homes and on our streets. I want to thank Commissioner Jackie Butler, County Attorney Christina Sanchez, SISD Police, and the dedicated administrative staff at the SAC for their critical support in making this event safe, organized, and effective.”
“With more than 270 firearms turned in, our third Gun Buy Back event successfully contributed to our efforts to reduce gun violence and protect our kids and families,” County Commissioner Jackie Butler, Precinct 1, said. “It is through community participation like this that we make meaningful progress in ensuring the safety of every resident. I’m grateful to everyone who took part and to our partners for their support in making this event possible.”
“This weekend’s gun buyback event was a clear demonstration of our community’s commitment to safety,” County Attorney Christina Sanchez said. “Each firearm turned in represents a proactive step toward preventing harm and protecting lives. We are proud to have provided residents with a safe and anonymous way to make their homes and neighborhoods safer.”
EPCSO said this initiative marks a continued commitment from El Paso County officials to provide innovative, community-based solutions to address gun violence.
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