Indianapolis is taking proactive steps to address rising youth gun violence, following a tragic downtown mass shooting that left two teenagers dead and several others injured. Although the city has seen a significant overall reduction in gun violence, with a 55% decrease in murders since January 2022, specific strategies targeting violence among minors have yet to be implemented.
Several local organizations, including the Marion County Probation Department and youth-focused groups, are collaborating to launch a new initiative aimed at preventing violence among youth. This effort comes at a crucial time, as the city’s existing Gun Violence Reduction Strategy has already shown a 30% decrease in murders year-to-date, but without focused efforts on juveniles, many remain vulnerable. The inaugural program is set to launch this month, promising a targeted approach to ensure the safety of Indianapolis’s youth.
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