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Columbia's Youth Violence Crisis | Jefferson City News
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In Columbia, nearly 25% of violent crime arrests last year involved teens under 18 — the highest rate in Missouri. Local leaders and law enforcement are sounding the alarm, citing stolen guns, lack of parental support, and emotional struggles as key drivers. But amid the crisis, hopeful signs emerge: youth violence may be peaking and declining since late last year. Mentors like Ronald Brown are stepping in to teach coping skills and connect kids with resources, while officials push for smarter, targeted interventions to break cycles before kids ever enter the justice system.
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