# Gun violence
FL Representative Instrumental in Push for Stricter Federal Gun Laws.
The 26-year-old freshman US Congressman from Orlando, Maxwell Frost, is the former organizing director for March for Our Lives, the student-led organization created following the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland in February 2018, where 17 people were killed.
President Joe Biden to Establish First-Ever White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention
President Biden will announce the establishment of the first-ever White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention to reduce gun violence, which has ravaged communities across the country, and implement and expand upon key executive and legislative action that has been taken to save lives.
Inkster Rapper 24Lik Arrested for Attempting to Bring Modified Gun into Detroit Club
In a recent incident that has captured the attention of both the local community and the music world, Inkster rapper 24Lik, known by his real name Malik Taylor, found himself in serious legal trouble. The rapper, who has been making headlines for his music, is now facing charges related to an alleged attempt to bring a modified firearm into a Detroit club.
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“Tragic Shooting Outside Minneapolis Bar Leaves One Dead, Another Injured”
A shooting occurred outside a bar in north Minneapolis, shaking the local community and highlighting the ongoing concerns surrounding gun violence. The incident, which took place on the evening of September 21, 2023, near the 4th Street Saloon, resulted in the death of one man and left another injured. This blog aims to provide an objective overview of the incident, emphasizing the facts and circumstances surrounding the event.
“Shooting Incident Near Downtown Indianapolis Leaves Victim in Critical Condition”
A shooting left a male victim in critical condition. As the investigation is underway, we aim to provide an unbiased and fact-based account of the incident. Around 6:20 a.m., law enforcement officers received a report of a person shot at Horizon House, situated in the 1000 block of East Washington Street. Upon arrival at the scene, they discovered a male victim who had sustained gunshot wounds, lying in the parking lot.
“Two Minors Arrested in Omaha Shooting Incident”
In a recent incident that has captured the attention of Omaha, Nebraska residents, two minors, aged 15 and 12, were arrested in connection with a shooting. This event unfolded on a Monday morning, sending shockwaves through the community and raising concerns about youth involvement in criminal activities.
Quavo efforts to combat Gun Violence following tragic shooting death of his nephew Takeoff.
Quavo, a member of the hip-hop group Migos, endured a traumatic experience when he witnessed his nephew Takeoff being shot last year. He has expressed that this distressing event is something he wishes nobody else would have to go through.
Recent Shooting Incident in Omaha Leads to Juvenile Arrests
In a recent incident that unfolded in Omaha, Nebraska, the local police made headlines by arresting two juveniles in connection with a shooting that occurred on the morning of September 18, 2023. This unfortunate event shed light on the challenges and concerns associated with youth involvement in criminal activities.
Lubec's Dark Night: The Murder of Eva Cox and DeForest's 32-Year Sentence
In a chilling event that has gripped the town of Lubec, 67-year-old Paul DeForest was sentenced to 32 years in prison on Tuesday for the callous murder of his girlfriend, Eva Cox, in January 2022. The crime took place in Cox's home on Jim’s Head Road, a quiet residence that witnessed a horrifying act.
Bicycle Riding Suspect Shot And Killed An 80-Year-Old NYC Man In Front Of His Wife
A ski-mask-wearing gunman on a bicycle shot and killed an elderly man in front of his wife on a New York City street early on Sunday morning. According to police sources speaking to the New York Post, Marcelino Valerio, 80, was shot and killed outside 1209 Ogden Ave. in Highbridge at around 1:10 a.m. He and his wife had just gotten out of a car that was dropping them off close to their home. Valerio was coming home from a Sweet 16 celebration in New Rochelle, Westchester County, where he lived about ten streets away.
Rep. Higgins Unveils Bill to Strip Guns from Hate Crime Convicts: A Fix for Gun Violence?
In a proactive move that could signal a sea change in how America addresses the volatile intersection of gun violence and hate crimes, U.S. Representative Brian Higgins of New York has introduced a pivotal piece of legislation. The proposed bill, known as the Disarm Hate Act, is specifically designed to prevent individuals convicted of violent misdemeanor hate crimes from purchasing or possessing firearms.
From Tree-Trimming to Tragedy: Why is an Elderly Florida Man Now on Trial for Murder?
A neighborhood feud turned fatal Sunday evening when a dispute over tree trimming resulted in the shooting death of a 42-year-old man, authorities say. The seemingly harmless act of landscaping would tragically become the flashpoint for a deadly confrontation that has left a community in shock.
“ALICE Training in Philadelphia Schools: A Controversial Response to School Shootings”
In the wake of increasing concerns over school shootings, Philadelphia schools have adopted a new approach to prepare students and teachers for potential threats. Known as ALICE training, this program aims to equip individuals with the skills to respond effectively in the event of an active shooter situation. However, the implementation of ALICE has sparked controversy and raised questions about its efficacy and impact on students.
Shocking Crime: Florida Teenager Accused of Fatal Shooting in Summerfield Subdivision
In an event that left the Hillsborough community in shock and grief, a 14-year-old boy, with no prior criminal record, has been taken into custody for the alleged shooting of his mother and her boyfriend.
LA Deputy Killed in Ambush Attack
Authorities claimed a gunman “ambushed” a Los Angeles county sheriff's officer in his patrol cruiser Saturday night, shooting him to death. In Palmdale, California, deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer was found unconscious in his car along Sierra Highway and Avenue Q. A bystander found the fatally injured deputy and called police.
Unusual Incident in Toledo: Shots Exchanged on I-75 Ramp Leads to Car Crash
In a surprising turn of events in Toledo, Ohio, an incident occurred on an I-75 northbound on-ramp towards Detroit that left many puzzled and concerned. According to a report by Blake Pierce, published on September 17, 2023, at 10:10 AM PDT, suspects exchanged gunfire while in their vehicles, ultimately resulting in one car crashing into a home on Detroit Avenue.
NYPD Has Identified The Suspect Who Shot 71-Year-Old To Death And Injured 6 Others
In the double shooting in the Bronx on Thursday that resulted in the death of a 71-year-old, police have named a person of interest. When the shooting broke out near the intersection of E. 139th Street and Brook Avenue shortly after 12:30 p.m., 71-year-old Enriqueta Rivera was waiting to cross the street with her back to the action. She was shot in the back, just below her right shoulder, and the bullet went into her heart.
Tragic Loss: 80-Year-Old 'Neighborhood Mom' Shot and Killed Inside Her Home.
Community and family members are grappling with the devastating loss of Rose Goodman, an 80-year-old affectionately known as the "neighborhood mom," who tragically fell victim to a fatal shooting inside her residence in Southwest Philadelphia.
Beloved Grandmother Dead, Caught in Crossfire of Bloody Bronx Gang Enmity
BRONX, NEW YORK ---- An ongoing explosion of South Bronx gang violence left a beloved grandmother dead and five other bystanders wounded, in a bloody three-day stretch of shootings. The latest additions to the shooting spree on local Bronx streets left a man who was walking to get his hair cut, shot in the ankle, and a customer making a purchase from a food truck was also wounded by a stray bullet. Apparently, it was reported that the gunman was aiming at a man inside of a car, police said Friday. The intended target, Leon Mejia, 24, was shot in the back and under his arm in the Thursday night gunfire, police stated; the New York Daily News reported.