Archive · 3 Jun 2025
North Carolina Launches SAFE Week to Combat Gun Violence
North Carolina is holding a special week to help keep guns safe.
This is because gun thefts from cars have gone up, and more young people are getting hurt or killed by guns.
The state is giving away free gun locks and teaching people how to store guns safely.
This effort is a response to recent shootings in cities like Asheville, Morganton, and Catawba County.
The goal is to prevent guns from being stolen and used in crimes.
The governor has also suggested spending more money on safe gun storage to help reduce gun violence.
North Carolina is observing SAFE (secure all firearms effectively) week from June 1-7.
The initiative focuses on promoting safe firearm storage.
Events include local events and educational outreach to prevent gun thefts and firearm-related injuries.
FBI data shows gun thefts from vehicles have tripled in the last decade.
Governor Stein proposed over $2.2 million in funding for safe firearm storage.
- Who
- NCDPS and local authorities
- What
- SAFE week, promoting safe firearm storage and education
- When
- June 1-7
- Where
- North Carolina, events in Asheville
- Why
- To prevent gun thefts and reduce firearm-related injuries and deaths, and in response to recent shootings.
- SAFE Week Dates
- June 1–7
- Organization
- NCDPS
- Focus
- Gun safety and storage
- Locations of Recent Shootings
- Asheville, Morganton, Catawba County
- Funding Proposed by Governor Stein
- Over $2.2 million