INDIANAPOLIS - Last night, multiple firearms were stolen from unoccupied vehicles in Indianapolis neighborhoods. In response, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) is reminding residents of the importance of safe gun storage and handling during social distancing.
Gun owners are asked to follow these safety tips:
- Do not leave a firearm in an unoccupied vehicle.
- Firearms should be unloaded when not in use, and the use of a gun lock is recommended. A gun lock is not a substitute for secure storage.
- Store your firearms in a locked cabinet, safe, gun vault, or storage case when not in use, ensuring they are in a location inaccessible by children and cannot be handled by anyone without your permission.
- Whenever you pick up a gun, such as when removing it from or returning it to storage, remember to point it in a safe direction and make sure it is unloaded.
- When handling a firearm, always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. A “safe direction” means the gun is pointed so that even if an accidental discharge occurred, it would not result in injury.
- If you are carrying a firearm, secure it in a holster that covers the trigger and trigger guard.
While we spend more time in our homes, proper gun storage and handling is critical to keeping our families and neighbors safe.
Residents and affected workers impacted by COVID-19 restrictions should visit the city’s resource guide, which can be viewed at
indy.gov/covid. Spanish speaking residents can view the resource guide
here. Individuals who are unable to navigate the city’s website can call 317-327-4MAC between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to talk to a customer service representative. Those in need of non-emergency police services should call 317-327-3811.
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