“It’s the norm.”Advertisement Continue reading the main storyIn recent years, the Police Department has made strides in curbing gun violence. Advertisement Continue reading the main storyThe firearms remain in circulation for decades, being resold again and again, studies show. Advertisement Continue reading the main storyHis uncle, James Thomas, a Brooklyn pastor, implored the mourners not to seek vengeance. According to court papers, Mr. Thomas was charged with attempted murder after he pistol-whipped the son, Angel Cruz Jr., and tried to shoot him. Arrested on drug charges while out on bail, Mr. Thomas later pleaded guilty to assault and was sentenced to nine months in jail.

Source: New York Times April 06, 2017 09:00 UTC