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New Orleans Police Department forms unit to focus on gun violence

by Andrew Shepperson

The New Orleans Police Department announced Monday the formation of a new unit that will be focused on fighting gun crime in the city.

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Cops confiscated over 1,500 guns in New Orleans in 2016 (VIDEO)

by Jennifer Cruz

On average, about 30 guns were collected each week, the majority being handguns, the most popular choice among criminals because they are easily concealed.

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New Orleans driver opens fire on armed carjacker

by Jacki Billings

A driver opened fire on his would-be carjacker early Saturday morning in what New Orleans police are indicating was self-defense.

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