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Milton Ritchie Jr. and the Cost of Gun Violence | Lexington News
A promising 20-year-old, Milton Ritchie Jr., was fatally shot in Louisville after being lured by a 15-year-old girl in a revenge plot — a tragedy that shatters stereotypes about gun violence victims. Known for his responsibility and work ethic, Milton’s death highlights the human cost behind the statistics: since 2020, over 200 young adults in Louisville have been killed by guns, with nearly 900 homicides in the past five years. Five suspects, including two teens tried as adults, have been arrested. In his memory, Milton’s mother launched a scholarship foundation to empower future generations…
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