Chief: BB guns a concern

During the last several weeks, officers with the Crowley Police Department have removed guns off of juveniles.
The guns, which were BB guns, have been located on the person of these juveniles. But what concerns officers is the BB guns look like more powerful and deadly handguns — even up close.
“We want guns off our streets and our officers are fighting to remove illegal guns from our streets,” said Police Chief K.P. Gibson. “Our officers have addressed their concern with me that juveniles are carrying BB guns that look like ‘real’ guns.
“With the dangers that have affected our streets and the rash of shootings targeting law enforcement around our country, we have a concern that people carrying these BB guns could put themselves in a very dangerous place.
“Imagine a juvenile pulling a BB gun which looks (very realistic). An officer can easily take this BB gun for a ‘real’ gun. What happens next could be a life-changing experience for two people and their families.”
Law enforcement officers are willing to meet with families and children to explain the dangers of carrying these BB guns.
“We are asking parents to get involved and talk to their children and family members,” Gibson said. “We need your help, we need to avoid a potential tragic situation and we cannot do this without the help of the public.
“Remove these BB guns from your child’s possession and explain to them the dangers of these guns.
“Our youth face enough dangers in the world we live in; let’s remove this threat for their safety.”