Key Points
The most recent horrific occurrence occurred in Lewiston, Maine on October 25, when a lone shooter opened fire at a restaurant and a bowling alley, leaving nearly 22 people deadincluding two law enforcement officialsand over 50 injured..
Mass shootings are occurrences in which four or more people are either killed or injured, according to the Gun Violence Archive..
Based on the startling statistics that the USA Today and the Associated Press maintain, about 188 lives have been lost in 36 mass shootings reported in the US in 2023 alone.. The fact that 2023 is predicted to rank as the second deadliest year ever for mass killings, after 2019, makes this increase in mass shootings all the more alarming...
The sharp increase of mass shootings in 2023 is extremely concerning and raises issues with community safety, mental health services, and gun regulation..
It makes sense to look for practical ways to stop the tragic trend that the country is experiencing and to make sure that all of its residents are safe and well.. Stronger gun laws, easier access to mental health care, and a more thorough investigation of domestic violence prevention are among some immediate requirements..
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