A concerning trend of shootings has been on the rise this year, with a total of 77 reported incidents as of 2023.

According to police records, these incidents have resulted in 46 fatalities, including the tragic death of a 6-year-old child, and 35 individuals sustaining injuries.

The increasing culture of violence through shootings has raised questions about the effectiveness of law enforcement in curbing such incidents.

Community members and officials are calling for decisive actions to address this issue and ensure the safety of citizens. Authorities are under growing pressure to investigate and combat this surge in shootings to protect public security and bring those responsible to justice.