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Chicago suffers 34 shot, 8 killed as bloody Memorial Day weekend nears end

By Grace Chen
May 28, 2023
1 min read
Chicago suffers 34 shot, 8 killed as bloody Memorial Day weekend nears end

As Memorial Day weekend comes to an end, Chicago saw a shocking increase in gun violence with 34 people shot and 8 killed. The article highlights the pain and fear that this violence brings to the community.

According to the Chicago Police Department, the shootings occurred in several neighborhoods, with the majority happening on the city’s West Side. Despite the uptick in violence, police say that they have made strides in preventing crime using technology such as predictive analysis and social media monitoring.

Unfortunately, over the holiday weekend, there has been a spate of gun violence across the country, with incidents reported in Atlanta, New York City, and Los Angeles. However, Chicago has historically been plagued by gun violence, particularly in impoverished neighborhoods.

As a writer, I cannot help but feel frustrated that gun violence continues to ravage communities across the United States. It is imperative that we continue to address the root causes of gun violence and work to implement solutions that will protect all of our citizens. The safety of our communities should be a top priority, especially during holidays when people are more likely to be out and about. It is heartbreaking to see so much loss of life due to senseless violence.

In conclusion, the recent increase in violence in Chicago and other cities across the United States is alarming and reminds us that there is much work to be done to address the issue of gun violence. We must come together to find solutions that prioritize the safety of our communities, particularly those that are most vulnerable. We cannot stand idly by while innocent lives are taken due to preventable violence.


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