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Youth violence among 10-24 year olds

• Homicides are the third leading cause of death and

• The leading cause of death for African Americans

• The second leading cause of death for Hispanics

• The third leading cause of death for American Indians and Alaska Natives

• 86% killed with a firearm

• More than 500,000 youths treated in U.S. emergency departments for non-fatal, assault-related injuries

Financial impact of youth violence

• Youth homicides and assault-related injuries result in an estimated $18.2 billion in combined medical and work loss costs

Source: Youth Violence: Facts at a Glance, 2016. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Division of Violence Prevention