So far this year, there have been 20 shootings in Tallahassee. From those, 7 people have died and 15 were injured. That’s a slight reduction from the numbers last year at this time. But those who commit gun violence in Tallahassee continue to find unlocked vehicles the easiest source of firearms.
“We’ve had over 1,000 guns stolen from vehicles since 2021. And over 90% of those guns were left in unlocked vehicles.”
Deputy Tallahassee Police Chief Maurice Holmes was among the speakers on Friday, April 17 at an anti-gun violence event at the Piggly-Wiggly shopping center on South Adams Street. Shonda Knight with the Leon County Sheriff’s Office said more “law-abiding gun owners” have a big part to play in halting the easy availability of firearms.
“We have to be responsible. If you’re going to be responsible enough to purchase a weapon and do it the right way, you have to secure it the right way. Take it out of your vehicle and lock your vehicle at night.”
Other offerings at Friday’s Tallahassee Urban League event included booths for voter registration, health screenings and a Croc footwear giveaway.
