Father's Day Weekend Marred by Nationwide Gun Violence; Tragedy Strikes Juneteenth Celebration in Texas
June 16, 2024A spate of gun violence incidents occurred over Father's Day weekend across the country.
A shooting at a Juneteenth celebration in Round Rock, Texas, resulted in two bystanders being killed.
The incident at Old Settlers Park involved an altercation between two groups, leading to multiple injuries.
Similar gun violence incidents were reported in Methuen, Massachusetts, and several other states.
Authorities are seeking suspects in the Round Rock shooting and are asking for witnesses to come forward.
The Round Rock community canceled morning activities but planned to continue afternoon festivities for Father's Day.
The violence over the weekend is part of a disturbing trend of gun violence incidents nationwide.
Recent shootings in Michigan, Ohio, and Florida resulted in multiple deaths and injuries.
Last month, shootings over Mother's Day weekend claimed 11 lives, followed by more violence over Memorial Day weekend.
These incidents underscore the ongoing issue of gun violence in communities across the country.
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