As violent crime trends up, Everett looks at gun buyback, legal options
EVERETT — A gun buyback program could be one of the near-term solutions to a recent uptick in violent crime in and around Everett.
Court and legislation changes — that some city leaders argue are necessary — along with addressing a growing fentanyl crisis could take longer.
“This isn’t a left issue, a right issue. This is a community issue,” Deputy Mayor Nick Harper told the Everett City Council on Wednesday. “None of these are going to be easy challenges. They’re going to be politically charged.”
The city also announced it was joining a Regional Violent Crime Reduction Unit, along with the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, the Lynnwood Police Department, the Snohomish County Prosecutor’s Office and the FBI. The group is working to address the rise in violent crime, especially when a gun is involved.
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