Decline in U.S. Mass Shootings and Gun Deaths Signals Hopeful Trend as 2024 Figures Reach Four-Year Low
WASHINGTON — The United States is witnessing a notable downturn in mass shootings and gun-related fatalities in 2023, marking the lowest figures reported since 2019. This development occurs amidst a general decline in violent crimes since the upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, suggesting a potential shift towards greater community safety. Statistics compiled up to December 18 show a total of 491 mass shootings for the year, a significant reduction from recent years. In 2021, …