Research indicates that putting police in schools does not lead to lower rates of violence, and several recent mass shootings occurred in places where armed police officers were on duty. (aclusocal.org)
They want elected officials to pass a federal ban the sale of so - called «assault weapons» like the AR - 15s used in recent mass shootings in Parkland and Las Vegas, and prohibit the sale of high - capacity magazines. (theatlantic.com)
«I believe the sheriff's point is that in light of recent mass shootings, the public should remain vigilant and those people with registered firearms should be prepared to defend themselves and others within the confines of the law,» he said. (hudsonvalleyone.com)