Milwaukee community leaders convene to discuss rising gun violence in the city after the tragic shooting death of 6-year-old Daquell Collins, who passed away just days before his seventh birthday. A vigil will be held Friday night near N. 51st Blvd. and W. Marion St. to honor the young boy, whose family insists his shooting was accidental. With over 135 shootings recorded in Milwaukee thus far in 2025, local officials emphasize the critical need for action.
As part of a national initiative aimed at reducing gun violence by 15%, local representatives highlight the successful collaboration among community organizations. The Coalition to Advance Public Safety recently awarded $500,000 to five local groups dedicated to violence intervention, underscoring a sustained effort to address and diminish gun-related incidents. “We can improve the life outcomes for everybody in Milwaukee and make it a safer city,” stated David Muhammad, deputy director of the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services.
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