‘It’s horrifying’: Advocates urge gun safety after 12-year-old injured in accidental shooting

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A 12-year-old girl is fighting for her life after Richmond Police said she was possibly shot on accident by a 15-year-old family member in Richmond early Monday morning.

It’s prompting gun violence prevention advocates, like volunteers with Richmond Moms Demand Action, to speak out.

“It’s absolutely horrifying,” said Erin Beard, a Moms Demand Action volunteer. “You read too many of these in the news.”…

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