14-year-old Alijah Golden-Richmond, Milwaukee's 17th child killed by gun violence this year, died in a street shooting.

14-year-old Alijah Golden-Richmond tragically died in a street shooting in Milwaukee, making him the 17th child killed by gun violence this year. The community is devastated and calls for an end to violence and understanding the gravity of using guns. Alisa Hairston and Priscilla Sandifer, who also lost their children to gun violence, urge more proactive efforts to address the issue, including increased persistence in witness interrogations and providing resources for grieving children. The victim's family seeks clarification on the shooting circumstances and express disappointment with the hospital's treatment of them.

August 17, 2024
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