Baltimore City is distributing free gun locks as part of a new effort to prevent firearm thefts, accidental shootings and youth access to unsecured weapons.
U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume helped secure $245,000 in federal funding to purchase the locks. City leaders said the initiative is another tool aimed at improving public safety and encouraging responsible gun ownership across Baltimore.
Officials emphasized that firearms should be properly secured to prevent them from being stolen or falling into the hands of children and teenagers…