According to the U.S. “Gun Violence Archive,” as of December 23, 493 mass shootings have occurred in the United States this year, with over 16,200 deaths, including 1,300 minors. Gun violence continues to dominate U.S. news headlines, with no end in sight to the gun control crisis. Recurring tragedies have made gun violence one of America’s most pressing social issues.
A significant number of shootings involve teenage offenders, with some parents even giving guns as Christmas gifts. Gunfire can erupt at any moment, with the same heartbreaking scenes repeating in different settings. As Christmas approaches, many families are preparing for holiday celebrations, while others tragically prepare for funerals.
