The Fonde Civic Club in southeast Houston held a “Neighbors Against Gun Violence” town hall on Saturday, uniting community members to confront escalating gun violence in their neighborhood. Karina Blest, the club’s president, emphasized the profound impact of recent incidents, stating, “Gun violence has affected children, neighbors, [and] homicides,” highlighting urgent safety concerns for residents.
Inviting representatives from the Houston Police Department and the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, the event aimed to foster open dialogue and share preventive measures. With a significant case involving a shooting by a neighbor still under review, Blest noted that June is recognized as gun violence prevention month, inviting the community to unite and promote discussions on safety initiatives while partnering with organizations such as Brady United.
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