A close-knit Alabama community is grappling with grief after a mass shooting at a birthday party in Dadeville left four dead and 32 injured on April 15. 💔 Hundreds gathered Sunday to honor victims and support survivors, turning pain into collective action.
'We’re holding each other up,' local pastor Ben Hayes told CGTN, describing efforts to raise funds for medical bills and funerals. Residents from Dadeville and nearby towns lit candles, shared prayers, and donated generously—proving heartbreak can spark hope. 🌟
While authorities investigate the violence, the focus remains on healing. “This isn’t just our tragedy—it’s a wake-up call,” one attendee said, echoing calls for unity in tackling gun violence. 🔦
