Milwaukee residents walking to rally against recent gun violence

MILWAUKEE —  The search continues in Milwaukee for whomever shot and killed 13-year-old Shanaria Wilson in Milwaukee final weekend. Her 10-year-old sister was additionally shot however survived. 

Within the wake of that tragedy, folks in Milwaukee are rallying to advertise peace within the metropolis. 

Neighborhood members in Milwaukee’s southside rallied collectively to face in opposition to violence.

A stroll in opposition to guin violence was organized by the Milwaukee Police Division on Friday. Mayor Cavalier Johnson, native church buildings, pastors and neighborhood organizations had been additionally in attendance. 

Adrian Hernandez of Unite Ministry mentioned he needs to see much less violence within the metropolis. 

“We’re right here to take a stand and declare that this isn’t going to be the norm anymore,” mentioned Hernandez.

He mentioned optimistic change begins with individuals who wish to see higher issues for town and its folks. 

“There’s numerous work to be executed within the metropolis,” he mentioned. “It actually comes all the way down to investing into the neighborhood and ensuring the youth have a secure place to go.” 

Marty Calderon, a Milwaukee pastor of God Contact Milwaukee, Inc., mentioned whereas the neighborhood help was evident on this stroll, he doesn’t need folks to neglect about making a change when this march is over. 

“I’ve seen it too many occasions,” mentioned Calderon. “Finally it can put on out and folks will cease assembly.” 

With regards to serving to contribute to any optimistic change, Calderon mentioned prayer and communication is vital. 

“Neighbors speaking to neighbors, popping out of your properties and simply attending to know folks,” he mentioned. 

Hernandez shared the identical sentiments of neighborhood and religion. 

“There’s numerous issues that may be executed that may carry forth change on a floor stage, however actual lasting everlasting change occurs with a relationship with God,” mentioned Hernandez. 

Many different neighborhood members agreeid their religion is the start line that may gas true change, as they proceed to hope and pray for extra peace and fewer violence within the metropolis.