From gun lock giveaways to getting more awareness in neighborhoods, many city leaders are looking for any possible solution to the problem.
“Tempers are easily flared and people are making choices with guns that have lifelong consequences,” said Phyllis Viagran, District 3 councilwoman.
In an effort to help curb gun violence, District 3 is giving away gun locks for free throughout June at the field office. From Oct. 1, 2021, to Sept. 30, 2022, the team interrupted 107 violent events, according to the latest data from San Antonio Metro Health.
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