Gun Violence Archive, a non-profit organisation reported that in 2016, 136 cases of mass shootings took place in the country. Ten people lost their lives and seven others were wounded in what was the worst case of gun violence in the history of Oregon. In recent times, atrocities resulting from gun attacks have led to the debate over gun ownership gaining huge political currency. Below is a list of some of the major cases of gun attacks, in recent years, in the US. Fort Hood, Texas (November 2009)A US army officer went on a shooting rampage, killing thirteen and leaving thirty wounded.

Source: Indian Express June 13, 2016 09:33 UTC