Encinitas gun buyback event nets 226 weapons

ENCINITAS, Calif. (CNS) — The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office worked with law enforcement partners this weekend to take 226 weapons off local streets via a gun safety event at Encinitas City Hall.

Those who turned in handguns, rifles and shotguns Saturday received a $100 gift card, the Sheriff’s Office said. Anyone who turned in an assault weapon got a $200 gift card.

Free gun cable locks were also given out to anyone who wanted one, officials said, adding that all the collected weapons will be processed…

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