How Does Gun Violence Affect Society

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Gun violence is one of the highest crimes that affect society today. For example, Chicago had 762 gun violence crimes in 2016. Which meant that last year’s total represented a 57 percent increase over 2015. Another example of gun violence would becrimes committed in Montgomery, Alabama. At the start of this year, there has been a total of ten gun violence. Due to the gun violence, it has been a keyed contributor for crimes in America.

For example, on February 8, 2016 Chris Logan arrived at 831 Twin Gate Drive. First, he rang the doorbell to see if anyone was home. After several of knocks no one appeared to be home. Next, Chris goes to his car and retrieves a 9mm hand gun. After carefully surveying his surroundings Chris

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