In the latest installment of News 12’s “Under the Gun,” senior investigative reporter Tara Rosenblum examines the troubling rise of gun violence in the tri-state area, featuring insights from law enforcement and forensic experts. The report reveals that there are approximately 500 million guns in circulation in the United States, underscoring a chilling reality where acquiring a firearm can be easier than obtaining a meal, according to former Brooklyn drug dealer Darius Morgan.
The report highlights the devastating toll of gun violence on youth, with recent federal data indicating it’s a leading cause of death among children and teens in the region. Rosenblum speaks with the grieving mothers of two young victims—13-year-old Shamoya McKenzie and 14-year-old Zyaire Fernandez—whose stories illustrate the urgent need for community action to combat this crisis. McKenzie’s mother laments, “We have to protect our community,” emphasizing the shared responsibility to prevent further tragedies.
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