Analyzing school shootings trends in 2023

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• David Riedman

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The K12 shooting database is a unique data set and analysis of gun violence in schools across the US. This data and the study is conducted by an independent researcher and inform aspects of school gun violence that are not routinely followed in other gun violence data sets. The article describes how school shootings increased by 12% in 2023 compared to 2022. Most incidents involved handguns and happened outside the school, often due to disputes. Shootings during afternoon classes, dismissal, and evening events rose significantly. Despite more incidents, the number of victims per shooting stayed similar to last year. The author suggests focusing on violence prevention programs and securing areas like parking lots instead of just classrooms.


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Focus Area: Violence

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Emergency Managers; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Firearms; Schools; Security Measures; Violence; Gun Violence

Institutions: K-12 School Shooting Database

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