Three people have died and five more have been injured in a shooting in Kansas City, Missouri. Police arrived at the scene on 57th Street and Prospect Avenue at around 4:30 am local time to discover that a large group of people had gathered in a parking lot before the attack. While three people were found dead, five others were later taken to nearby hospitals, although their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. Currently, no suspects have been apprehended in the case, although the police have asked any witnesses to come forward with valuable information. In response to the shooting, the police have announced a reward of up to $25,000 for anyone who comes forward with anonymous information through the TIPS hotline.
This latest incident comes as gun crime begins to rise again in the US, following a dip in 2020 numbers due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As we reported earlier this month, the US saw three mass shootings in just one day, leading to calls for tighter gun controls across the country. Following months of isolation and uncertainty as a result of the pandemic, experts suggest that some individuals may have become more willing to use force to resolve conflicts, highlighting the need for ongoing support and mental health resources for vulnerable communities.
