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Amid rising gun violence in Virginia, some legislators have asserted that gun violence is a mental health issue and proposed more resources as a solution. Mental health advocates welcome the support but warn conflating gun violence and mental illness can perpetuate harmful stigmas.
“We have to be able to look those victims’ families in the eye at the end and tell them that we did the best we could frankly, right now we cannot say that,” said commission member David Cariens.
Two investigators are asking to speak with Virginia residents who have any insight on the 2019 Virginia Beach shooter. Officials believe that details can help prevent the next tragedy.
Two members of the state commission investigating the 2019 mass shooting in Virginia Beach are asking residents with any insight about the killer or shooting to speak with them. David Cariens and Rebecca Cowan are offering private appointments at Anchor Counseling and Wellness in Virginia Beach on Oct. 19 and Oct. 21, The Virginian-Pilot reported. .