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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) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 3 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 Mama’s Safe House, Rose Williams, said safety means storing guns in a secure location.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
In Alamo Heights , where community safety is a top priority, the Bexar County gun safety initiative is a welcome effort to prevent accidents and tragedies. By partnering with local organizations like Big Mama's Safe House, the county is ensuring that gun owners have easy access to free gun locks and cases, a crucial step in responsible gun ownership. The fact that these devices are being distributed through community events and local organizations means that gun owners can get them from trusted sources, increasing the likelihood that they will be used. As a result, residents of Alamo Heights can feel safer knowing that their neighbors are taking steps to secure their firearms, reducing the risk of accidents and unauthorized access. The success of this initiative will depend on its ability to reach gun owners in all parts of the community, making it a worthwhile effort to watch and support in the coming months.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 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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