The Virgin Islands Police Department, in partnership with Sens. Franklin Johnson and Dwayne DeGraff, is organizing a gun buyback initiative across the territory. Residents can turn in unwanted firearms for cash, with no questions asked and no identification required.
The program is designed to reduce gun violence and enhance public safety. Events will be held on the following dates:
- St. Croix – Saturday, March 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Agricultural Fair Grounds East Entrance
- St. Thomas – Saturday, March 22, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Omar Browne Fire Station
- St. John – Saturday, March 29, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Location to be announced)
“There is a safe and convenient way to dispose of unwanted firearms,” said VIPD Commissioner Mario Brooks. “This initiative allows community members to turn in guns with no risk and receive fair compensation on-site.”
An appraiser will be present to determine the value of each firearm. There is no limit to the number of firearms an individual can surrender. Officials reserve the right to refuse acceptance of any firearm.
For more information, visit www.vipd.vi.gov.
