The Gist: Two Norcross teenagers, Salvador Ruiz Gonzalez and Andy Antonio-Herrera, have been arrested by the Gwinnett County Police Department in connection with the shooting death of 18-year-old Andres David Buitrago Castillo.
What Happened?: The incident, which occurred in Gwinnett County, resulted in the death of Castillo. The two suspects, 16-year-old Ruiz Gonzalez and 15-year-old Antonio-Herrera, are both from Norcross. They are being charged as adults, with Ruiz Gonzalez facing charges of felony murder, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies, and armed robbery.
Antonio-Herrera is charged with felony murder, aggravated assault, p;ossession of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies, and criminal attempt to commit a felony. Both are currently held at a Regional Youth Detention Center.
Why It Matters: This case underscores the ongoing issue of violent crime involving young people in our community. The charges brought against these teenagers are serious and reflect the gravity of the crime committed.
⚠️ Reminder: Crime articles contain only charges and information from police reports and law enforcement statements. Suspects and defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
👮♂️ 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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