MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Several juveniles were killed or injured in shootings over the past few days, leaving families, coaches and community leaders searching for answers.
Many community leaders said they are alarmed by the number of young people caught up in gun violence. And as summer approaches, many fear the risk to children could grow.
One of several shootings over the weekend occurred Sunday evening, May 17, in the 2700 block of Ketchum Place, where, according to the Memphis Police Department (MPD), a juvenile was shot and killed. Investigators said a 15-year-old relative has been charged with reckless homicide in the case…