*Deputies collect guns in Rowland Heights
ROWLAND HEIGHTS -- The first day of the Walnut/Diamond Bar Sheriff's Station's "Gifts for Guns" programs was a success Friday, officials said, as more than 105 guns were collected.
The event was held from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at a parking lot at 19725 Colima Road, near Fairway Drive.
Those who turn in handguns, rifles and shotguns received $100 gift cards from local vendors.
Assault weapons fetched $200 in gift cards.
The program will continue Saturday at the same location from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
People turning in guns remain anonymous, and no questions are asked.
The San Dimas Sheriff's Station plans to hold their own gifts for guns program on Saturday, April 25*.
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