Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) officials highlight a troubling 113% increase in accidental self-inflicted shootings in the city during the first quarter of 2025, emphasizing the need for improved gun safety practices. Notably, 24% of those injured in these incidents are juveniles, prompting police to stress that most accidental shootings are entirely preventable through responsible firearm storage and handling.
With 16 reported incidents in March alone—a staggering 220% rise from the previous year—IMPD Deputy Chief Kendale Adams reiterates the importance of securing firearms, especially from children. The department provides free gun locks at various locations, advocating for proactive measures that every gun owner should adopt to keep their households safe from such preventable tragedies.
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