Peoria Police announce another gun buy back event

PEORIA (25 News Now) - Peoria Police are handing out gift cards in exchange for guns.

The department is hosting another gun buy back event Saturday, December 10th from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

You can drop off guns at First Baptist Church, located at 411 W. Lake Avenue or Higher Dimensions Church at 2610 W. Nebraska Avenue.

A gift card of $200 will be handed out for functional handguns, rifles, and shotguns.

For a functional ghost gun someone will get a $400 gift card and you will get a $500 gift card for functional assault type rifles.

You’re asked to bring firearms unloaded and if available safety engaged, inside a bag, box, or case in the trunk of your car.

The limit is 3 firearms per person and $1,000 maximum in gift cards.

You do not have to show an I.D. and you won’t be asked any questions.

For more information contact Pastor Martin Johnson at (309) 494-8319.

The department hosted another gun buy back earlier this month, but the event ended early after a strong response.