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Bexar County, community groups partner to help gun owners secure their firearms
By Pachatta Pope, Eddie Latigo at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
A loaded, unlocked gun in the wrong hands can turn deadly in seconds. Local officials and community organizations are working to change that — one free gun lock at a time.San Antonio Metro Health’s violence prevention administrator Erica Haller-Stevenson, along with the executive director for Big...
Key takeaway San Antonio Metro Health’s violence prevention administrator Erica Haller-Stevenson, along with the executive director for Big...
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The partnership between Bexar County and community groups to distribute free gun locks is a crucial step in preventing accidents and reducing gun violence in San Antonio. By making these safety devices readily available, the county is acknowledging the importance of responsible gun ownership and the role it plays in keeping communities safe. The fact that gun locks and cases are being distributed through local organizations like Big Mama's Safe House, which are embedded in the community, increases the likelihood that they will reach the people who need them most. This initiative also highlights the value of grassroots efforts in addressing public safety issues, as community members are more likely to trust and seek out resources from organizations they know and respect. As the county continues to work towards reducing gun violence, it will be important to track the impact of this initiative and identify areas where additional resources and support are needed.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A loaded, unlocked gun in the wrong hands can turn deadly in seconds. Local officials and community organizations are working to change that — one free gun lock at a time.San Antonio Metro Health’s violence prevention administrator Erica Haller-Stevenson, along with the executive director for Big...
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