Detroit leaders, community members come together for Gun Violence Awareness Month
The event comes as Detroit is on pace to surpass the number of homicides from last year.
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The event comes as Detroit is on pace to surpass the number of homicides from last year.
June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, and CBS News Detroit wanted to introduce you to a woman who is on the frontlines, providing support for families of gun violence victims.
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