As social media becomes more prevalent, it is important to recognize the platform they can provide perpetrators. For more information on how to report concerning posts on social media, examine the following guide: https://onlineharassmentfieldmanual.pen.org/reporting-online-harassment-to-platforms/ #socialmedia #report #safety … [Read more...]
Social Media Use in Relation to Mass Shootings Post-1999
When did signs of a crisis begin for mass shooters?
Children often do not have access to effective #MentalHealth support. Our #data shows that 33.5% of perpetrators show signs of crisis years prior to a shooting. Strengthening #CrisisIntervention and mental health support may help prevent future #violence Related Article Here Source: Twitter Return to all data visualizations … [Read more...]
Classification of Firearms Purchases
Our #research into mass shootings shows that from 2016-2020, about 43% of firearms brought to the scenes of shootings were purchased from federally licensed dealers. Read more about the conversation behind background checks here: … [Read more...]
Prevalence of Assault Rifles
As debates surrounding assault rifle laws continue, our data shows an upward trend in the use of assault rifles during mass shootings. 2021 already saw 3 uses of assault rifles in mass shootings. View this article for more information: https://latimes.com/california/story/2021-07-30/california-long-history-assault-weapon-ban Source: … [Read more...]
Suicidality in relation to Outcome on Scene
Officials state the motivation behind the FedEx shooting was not racial nor ethnic bias, but rather an ‘act of suicidal murder.' Based on our data, 84% of perpetrators who intended to die during the shooting did so. Read more about the FedEx shooter here. Source: Twitter Return to all data visualizations … [Read more...]