A youth football homecoming turned tragic when 12-year-old Khloe was fatally shot at Leon Day Park during the Charm City Buccaneers' homecoming event. Four others were also wounded.
While homicides have declined in Baltimore, shootings and serious injuries remain a persistent problem.
Dr. Corey Barnes, co-founder of We Our Us, joined the conversation to discuss a peace walk at the Muslim Cultural Center on West North Avenue and ending at Leon Day Park. Barnes said his organization is supporting the family and bringing resources, adding that violence against women and children is unacceptable.
A parent who attended the event described initially mistaking gunshots for fireworks before families scrambled to get children off the field and into nearby woods. She estimated more than 150 children were present and said Khloe was a sibling of one of the players.
Callers expressed condolences and debated solutions — from holding adults accountable to addressing education, employment and opportunities for young people. A dispute over public street parking was also raised as a possible factor. Dr. Kaye urged anyone with information, video or security footage to contact police.