NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Nashville residents can now track where guns are being stolen across the city with a new interactive map released by the Metro Nashville Police Department.
The online dashboard categorizes stolen firearm incidents by location type, showing guns taken from buildings, vehicles, and directly from victims.
"Gun theft poses a real public safety threat by putting firearms in the hands of those intent on committing violent crime," Metro Nashville Police Chief John Drake said.
The tool allows residents to view which neighborhoods, council districts, and zip codes are most affected by gun theft.
Chief Drake encourages Nashville residents to use the information both to understand where thefts are occurring and as a reminder to secure their firearms and belongings.
The interactive dashboard is available on the Nashville government website.
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