New York City officials, including Mayor Eric Adams and NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch, announce the destruction of 3,375 illegal firearms using a specialized gun chipper. This initiative aims to improve public safety by permanently removing these weapons from circulation, contributing to broader efforts that have seen over 21,400 firearms seized since Adams began his administration.
During the symbolic event, Mayor Adams highlights the emotional gravity of the moment by inviting families affected by gun violence to call out the names of their lost loved ones. The recycled metal from the destroyed guns will be transformed into a memorial by students at the School of Cooperative Technical Education, emphasizing a community-focused response to the ongoing gun violence crisis in the city.
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