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A Florida mother faces manslaughter charges after her 2-year-old son accidentally shot his father with an unsecured handgun. The tragedy highlights growing concerns about child safety and firearm access in American households.
Recent data reveals 11 million people—including 5 million children—are exposed to guns at home, with pandemic-era ownership spikes linked to rising injuries among kids. A 2021 study by the American Academy of Pediatrics underscores the risks, stating: \"More guns mean more accidents waiting to happen.\"
CGTN spoke to Los Angeles residents, where fears about children handling firearms are mounting. \"Kids know how to pull triggers, not consequences,\" one local said. Others questioned gun safety culture: \"Do firearms protect families or endanger them?\"
As debates over negligence laws and storage practices intensify, this incident reignites calls for action. Parents, lawmakers, and activists now grapple with balancing rights and safety.
A 2021 study by the American Academy of Pediatrics underscores the risks, stating: \"More guns mean more accidents waiting to happen.\"
