A National Conversation on How We Can Prevent Gun Deaths and Injuries
Kelsey bought a handgun believing that he needed it for self-protection since he lived and worked in a crime-filled area of town. But, tragically, he used the gun against himself March 2010.
A gun is far more likely to be used against you or a loved one for self-protection but there is no taking back what happened. Our hearts break for all those lost to such senseless gun violence.
Kelsey bought a handgun believing that he needed it for self-protection since he lived and worked in a crime-filled area of town. But, tragically, he used the gun against himself March 2010. A gun is far more likely to be used against you or a loved one for self-protection but there is no taking back [...]
My son accidentally shot and killed his friend Rachel. She was only 22 years old. He was only 25. The shock, horror, grief and sorrow that went through both families, their friends and the community cannot be measured. He had been robbed and was fearful which I understand, but what I’ll never understand is that [...]
It has been over 16 yrs. 16 yrs of pain…16 yrs of tears! I gained strength beyond to keep alive the Memory of Lionel, my Son. Lionel was shot and murdered inside of the car by the so called friends he was riding with. He was murdered on my Father’s 66th Birthday and 12 days [...]
Our son Matthew is truly a blessing from God. Such a good son, good person and good in every aspect. He wanted to save the world and everybody in it. Then on March 14, 2007 ,for reasons beyond comprehension, Matthew was found shot to death along with our longtime neighbors who lived just behind our [...]
Twenty-four year old Sheldon Innocent was shot to death on April 30, 2011, in Springfield, MA. He wanted to look good for a family celebration where his wife, year old son, and grandparents, Betty and Bill Innocent, would be. An escaped criminal took the life of a young man he did not know; who had [...]
Having a gun so accessible makes rash and irreversible actions so much more likely. My heart goes out to this young man who had his whole life ahead of him and his family whose pain is so great.