The Gist: A 21-year-old man was shot and injured at a Macon apartment complex Tuesday afternoon.
The Details: Deputies arrived at the MAV at North Macon at 5578 Riverside Drive at 2:17 p.m. in response to a report of shots fired. They found a 21-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Atrium Health Navicent for medical treatment, where he is listed in critical but stable condition. No one else was reported injured.
In Context: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident and has not yet released any information about a suspect or motive.
Why It Matters: Gun violence is a serious problem in Macon and across the country. This incident is a reminder of the importance of gun safety and the need to address gun violence.
What’s Next: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them at 478-751-7500 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
👮♂️ Gun Crimes in Our Communities: Here are statistics from The Gun Violence Archive, a non-profit meticulously tracking gun incidents.
2023 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 39,135
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 18,874
- Gun-related injuries: 36,357
- Mass shootings: 656
2022 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 42,064
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 20,200
- Gun-related injuries: 38,500
- Mass shootings: 647
While firearm deaths and injuries saw a slight decline compared to previous years, mass shootings continued to rise, with 2023 surpassing 650 incidents. This underscores the continued severity of gun violence in the U.S.
To Be Clear: These aren’t just digits on a page. Each statistic represents a life affected, a community shaken.
