- March 14, 2025
Flagler County Sheriff Donald W. Fleming has announced the county’s first gun buy-back, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 11, at Town Center.
“This is a ‘no questions asked’ amnesty — an opportunity for anyone to turn in unwanted, operational firearms,” Fleming said, in a press release.
Individuals will receive a $50 gift card for each firearm turned in, up to a maximum of three. Additional guns will be accepted, but gift cards will be limited to three, while supplies last. Other weapons, such as knives, swords, brass knuckles, etc., will also be accepted.
The program is being funded through a $7,000 crime prevention grant awarded by the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners. Businesses wishing to donate gift cards should contact Capt. Lynne Catoggio at 586-4805.
Those wishing to turn in their guns should drive to the north side of Central Park at Town Center. A drive-through station will be set up, and deputies will come to the vehicles. Guns should be unloaded and stored in the trunk area or bed area of trucks. Participants must not leave their vehicles.
For those who wish to discard guns but are unable to drive to the site, deputies will come to your home during this period and pick up the weapons. Arrangements may be made by calling 313-4911.
Fleming said: “The more guns we take out of the community, the less opportunity there is that one of those may be used in a crime. I encourage folks to take advantage of this opportunity.”
