The Gist: A grim scene unfolded on Butterworth Road in Canton today, when one man was found shot dead in a driveway, while another, believed to be the shooter, was discovered injured nearby.
The Details: The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that deputies were alerted to the shooting around 11:24 a.m Tuesday. The initial distress call reported a shooting. On reaching the location, the deputies found the lifeless body of a man in the driveway. Another injured man was found on the premises with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.
A firearm was found close to the injured individual, leading to the belief that he was the perpetrator. The injured party was alive, though in a critical condition, when he was taken to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital for treatment of his severe injuries.
What’s Next?: The Sheriff’s Office has not yet released the names of the individuals involved in the incident. Investigations are ongoing, and more details are anticipated in the coming days.
👮♂️ 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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