Upstate N.Y. sheriff urges all people with permits to carry a gun

Upstate N.Y. sheriff urges all people with permits to carry a gun

“I want to encourage citizens of Ulster County who are licensed to carry a firearm to PLEASE DO SO," Sheriff Paul Van Blarcum wrote on the department's official Facebook page.


Next, he’ll round up a posse.

The sheriff in upstate Ulster County is asking residents with carry permits to arm themselves in the wake of mass shootings across the country and other world events.
“In light of recent events that have occurred in the United States and around the world I want to encourage citizens of Ulster County who are licensed to carry a firearm to PLEASE DO SO,” Sheriff Paul Van Blarcum pleaded on the department’s official Facebook page.

“I urge you to responsibly take advantage of your legal right to carry a firearm. To ensure the safety of yourself and others, make sure you are comfortable and proficient with your weapon, and knowledgeable of the laws in New York State with regards to carrying a weapon and when it is legal to use it.”