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Why firing guns into the air is far more dangerous than people think

Firing a gun into the air might seem like a harmless way to celebrate—a triumphant gesture of joy or tradition. It’s a practice often associated with cultural celebrations, political victories, or ...
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Are bullets shot in the air dangerous? Here's what you should know

When police fire bullets into the air to disperse crowds, they create a hazardous situation with potentially deadly outcomes. When bullets are fired in the air, they don't crossover into space, they ...
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BB guns can kill. Here's 5 things to know about air guns.

ALBANY — A 26-year-old man was arrested in Saratoga Springs this weekend after police allege he shot his roommate with a BB gun, killing him. Michael Collins, 27, was unresponsive when police arrived ...
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Stop shooting your guns at the sky, Philadelphia officials plead ahead of July 4: 'Don't do stupid'

Philadelphia officials are urging residents to refrain from "celebratory" gunfire on July 4. District Attorney Larry Krasner said firing a gun in the air is both dangerous and a crime. "Don't do ...