Velázquez on Deadly Shooting in Ozone Park

Press Release

Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has issued the following statement in response to the tragic shooting of Anna Torres in Ozone Park, Queens.

"Yet another life has been stolen due to senseless gun violence in our communities. My heart is broken for the family, friends, and neighbors who cherished Ms. Torres. I join the entire Ozone Park community in mourning this tragic loss.

"Taking meaningful steps towards addressing gun violence will require a comprehensive approach. We must invest more federal funding into community-based resources, job training, and early intervention programs to strengthen local opportunities. In addition, Congress must pass stronger gun control laws that crack down on the iron pipeline of illegal gun trafficking, fortify background checks, and ban weapons of war on our streets."

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