April 21, 2023
When it comes to mass
shootings in the United States (like the one that just took place in
Nashville), the figures are unequivocal. “Active shooter” cases have become
more common in recent years. The percentage of mass shooters using
semi-automatic rifles in those incidents has risen since 2009, with those armed
with such rifles killing more people on average than those with handguns. One
particular weapon, the AR-15-style rifle, stands out in recent incidents.
