A joint investigation by the Illinois Answers Project and the Chicago Sun-Times reveals that firearms turned in during Chicago’s gun buyback events have resurfaced at crime scenes. Notably, a Glock submitted during a 2023 buyback at St. Sabina Church later ended up with a teenage boy, raising serious concerns about the program’s effectiveness.
Additionally, another firearm, turned in a decade earlier, was found at a police shooting in Cicero, emphasizing potential flaws in the buyback process. While the Chicago Police Department acknowledges these issues, details on proposed improvements remain unclear. This investigation sheds light on critical gaps in public safety initiatives and invites scrutiny of current gun control measures.
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