2025 New Year, Same Violence: Is There Any Way Out?
The new year began with a tragic act of violence in Queens, New York, where ten people were injured in a mass shooting outside a nightclub. It is a heartbreaking reminder of the escalating safety concerns that we, as a community, cannot continue to ignore. The shooting, which took place outside Amazura, a popular venue in Queens, involved gunfire that erupted unexpectedly, leaving several young individuals—ages 16 to 20—wounded and traumatized. Though none of the injuries were life-threatening, the fear and pain caused by this violence will resonate with the victims and their families for years to come. The troubling part is not just the attack itself, but the context in which it occurred. The victims were simply waiting to enter a private event—a birthday memorial—when the violence erupted. Investigators have suggested that gang activity may have been involved, yet […]
