A recent report reveals that 564 Minnesotans died from gun violence in 2024, marking an increase from 530 deaths in 2023. This alarming statistic, compiled from state death certificates by Protect Minnesota, shows that a staggering 72% of the fatalities were suicides, while 26% resulted from homicides.
Maggiy Emery, Executive Director of Protect Minnesota, emphasizes that this study highlights the pervasive issue of gun violence across the state. Notably, nearly 60% of suicide victims were residents of rural areas, with one in four victims aged 65 or older, shedding light on the demographics affected by this crisis.
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