Gang violence is usually carried out with guns, and often by teenagers. Indianapolis, Indiana has been trying to get a handle on teen gun violence this summer, and they have a lot of work to do.
“On 18 separate occasions in the past 30 days, Metro Police have taken guns away from teens. On July 1st, it was an 18-year-old with a .22 caliber. On the same day a 17-year-old with a .38 revolver; July 5th, a 15-year-old with a handgun and on July 17th, two 14-year-olds, a 13-year-old and an 11-year-old were arrested because they were riding in a car with a stolen 9mm handgun sitting on the back seat.” [Source: WTHR-TV (IN)]
Metro Police Chief Paul Ciesielski says the biggest challenge is figuring out where teens are getting the guns. The police patrol known hot-spots, where they weapons are rumored to be purchased, and they also encourage community members to call local police if they have any additional information.
Posted By: Stefanie Hamilton