Gang and gun violence on the rise

Six Nations communty members heard how guns and violence have increased in the community. (Photo by Lisa Iesse)

Gang and gun violence on rise, Six Nations Police Chief says By Lisa Isse Writer Six Nation Police (SNP) are warning gang and gun violence is on the rise at Six Nations with some gang members as young as nine years old. SNP Chief Darren Montour told a crowd at the Six Nations community hall Monday night SNP is not sure why gang and gun violence seems to be growing in the community. Community testimonies alongside statistics are showng the increase, an audience of about 50 community members was told. Police Chief Montour said the age of affected youth varies, but what is common across all affected youth is a loss of cultural connection. “You have ‘young people’ as well like those up to 30 years old, he said. “They’re…

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