Baltimore City Hosts Vigil For Lives Lost Due To Violence In 2024

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This past Tuesday, Baltimore City hosted a ceremony to remember the lives lost by violence in the past year.

The vigil was held at the War Memorial Plaza and brought together the community for a night of remembrance.

“We are here tonight not only to remember those lost to gun violence but also those who died from overdose, suicide, and violence against the LGBTQ community,” Mayor Brandon Scott said.

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The 2024 Annual Vigil for Victims of Violence in Baltimore City honored dozens of individuals whose lives were taken by violence in various forms.

“Those we honor here tonight are much more than statistics; they are parents, children, brothers, sisters, and neighbors,” said Mayor Scott.

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Mayor Scott spoke about the collective effort needed to address the root causes of violence in the city, emphasizing the importance of unity and healing. “As we enter the New Year, we must wrap our arms around the loved ones left behind and commit ourselves to collective healing,” he said.

In addition to the victims of violence, the vigil also recognized the six construction workers who tragically lost their lives on the Francis Scott Key Bridge last year.

Baltimore City had a 23% reduction in homicides in 2024, following a nearly 20% drop in homicides in 2023. BPD said non-fatal shootings were down 44% and the city saw a 74% reduction in youth gun violence victims.

Additionally, the department said most major crime categories are down going into 2025, including carjackings, assaults, and robberies.

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