*Published:* 11.23.2021 *Contact:* Amanda Mueller Deputy Public Information Officer Public Safety 412-510-6314 amanda.mueller@pittsburghpa.gov Free Gun Locks Available to Public from Pittsburgh Bureau of Police PITTSBURGH, PA (November 23, 2021) - In an effort to minimize accidental shootings and help all residents be responsible gun owners, The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is providing free gun locks for all members of the public while supplies last. The locks are available at all zones within the city, and at Police Headquarters on Western Avenue. Gun locks are a crucial part of the effort to curb accidental shootings by preventing children from discharging a firearm and injuring themselves or others. Oftentimes, effort by parents or guardians to obtain a gun lock and properly secure a gun can prevent tragedy. “Taking five to ten minutes to place the lock on a gun could potentially save a life,” said Public Safety Director Wendell Hissrich. “That’s what we’re trying to get out to the public today, that these locks are available.” Hissrich added that learning to use a gun lock is a simple process. The device laces through the magazine chamber into the ejection port before locking in place. Keys should always be kept away from children or placed in a secured location, like a vault. To view a demonstration on proper use of a gun lock, click here. <https://twitter.com/pghpolice/status/1115252553690828800?s=21> Those who would like to obtain a gun lock can pick one up at the following locations: *Police Headquarters* 1203 Western Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15233 412-323-7800 *Zone 1 Police Station* 1501 Brighton Road Pittsburgh, PA 15212 412-323-7201 *Zone 2 Police Station* 2000 Centre Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-255-2827 *Zone 3 Police Station* 830 East Warrington Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15210 412-488-8326 *Zone 4 Police Station* 5858 Northumberland Street Pittsburgh, PA 15217 412-422-6520 *Zone 5 Police Station* 1401 Washington Blvd Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412-665-3605 *Zone 6 Police Station* 312 S. Main Street Pittsburgh PA 15220 412-937-3051 ------------------------------ . LaptopCupGreenMarker -- Click here to visit our website <https://hpccpgh.org/>