The Gist: Gun violence struck the Cobb County community this week as Marquel Gammage, 35, was killed in a shooting on Whispering Pines Road.
Two other men, Jeremiah Davis, 41, and Jocques Williams, 34, were also shot during the incident.
What Happened?: A person shot call brought officers to Whispering Pines Road on June 21 in the middle of the day. Upon arrival, officers discovered Davis and Gammage, both of whom had been shot.
Davis was transported with non-life-threatening injuries to Kennestone Hospital, while Gammage was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital where he later died of his injuries. Williams was also injured during the incident.
By The Numbers:
- Marquel Gammage, 35, was fatally shot during an incident on Whispering Pines Road in Cobb County.
- Jeremiah Davis, 41, and Jocques Williams, 34, were also shot during the incident.
- Davis suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to Kennestone Hospital.
- The incident took place on June 21 at 1:29 pm.
- Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the Cobb County Police Tip Hotline at 770-499-4111.
What’s Next?: The investigation of the shooting remains active. Cobb County Police are urging anyone who may have information regarding the incident to come forward and speak with authorities.
👮♂️ Gun Crimes in Our Communities: In the ongoing narrative of America’s complex relationship with firearms, statistics tell a tale that’s difficult to ignore. The Gun Violence Archive, a non-profit meticulously tracking gun incidents, lays it out in black and white. Here’s how it stacks up:
- 2020 Statistics
- Total gun-related incidents: 43,551
- Gun-related deaths: 19,379
- Gun-related injuries: 39,707
- Mass shootings: 612
- 2019 Statistics
- Total gun-related incidents: 39,707
- Gun-related deaths: 15,208
- Gun-related injuries: 29,613
- Mass shootings: 417
To Be Clear: These aren’t just digits on a page. Each statistic represents a life affected, a community shaken. And what’s more, these numbers tell us that the situation isn’t improving.
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