Citywide crackdown nets over 250 illegal guns in baltimore

Citywide Crackdown Nets Over 250 Illegal Guns in Baltimore

BALTIMORE, MD — Baltimore Police officers seized more than 250 firearms from the streets during the first month of 2025 as part of ongoing efforts to curb violence across the city.

The gun and drug seizures are part of a broader citywide initiative targeting individuals responsible for violent crime. The department emphasized its continued focus on removing illegal firearms to improve public safety.

Citywide crackdown nets over 250 illegal guns in baltimore
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Authorities are urging residents to report illegal activity in their neighborhoods. Community members can call 911 or contact Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP, with the option to remain anonymous.

The police department’s aggressive approach to gun-related crime remains a key strategy in reducing violence in Baltimore neighborhoods.

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