REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Central Oregon Suicide Prevention Alliance hosted an event Wednesday morning focused on community safety and the reduction of suicide deaths by firearm in Central Oregon through secure firearm storage.

COSPA hosted the Central Oregon Secure Firearm Storage Summit at Redmond City Hall. The intent behind the summit was to raise community awareness and reduce suicide deaths by firearm in Central Oregon, especially among young people.

Partner agencies from around the tri-county region attended the summit, including law enforcement, health agencies, social service providers, school district representatives, firearms retailers and club owners.

Bend Deputy Police Chief Paul Kansky said the effort "is not about gun control, but rather about responsible gun ownership.

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