A recent report highlights ongoing gun violence in Alameda County, revealing that, on average, three residents are killed each week. The findings indicate that guns are the leading cause of death in children and young adults, with black residents facing stark disparities. The report emphasizes that high levels of gun violence stem from historically racist public policies. Despite the alarming statistics, the county experienced a 16% decrease in gun violence in 2024. Solutions proposed include programs aimed at poverty reduction and improving community resources.
"So that stresses the importance of programs that works towards reducing poverty, and supporting food, housing and health care that remain essential to our entire community."
"Access to resources, other support, whether health care, mental health services, etc. And we have a duty within public health, (and) community wide, to start looking at how we improve those opportunities."
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