The study by Vanderbilt University reveals that police shootings are not just an urban issue; significant occurrences happen in rural and suburban areas, frequently going unnoticed.
From 2015 to 2020, 45% of all police shootings occurred in rural regions, highlighting a disparity in attention and reporting compared to urban incidents.
Black and Native American residents in rural areas experience disproportionately high injury rates from police shootings, often three to five times higher than their white counterparts.
Lead investigator Julie Ward emphasizes that issues in suburban and rural areas mirror urban challenges, yet discussions surrounding police reform largely overlook these regions.
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