Atlanta Community Reunion Marred by Gun Violence as City Councilman Calls for Action

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On Saturday night following the Mechanicsville Reunion, gunfire erupted near Rosa L. Burney Park, injuring five people, including three teenagers, despite a police presence. City Councilman Jason Dozier expressed frustration over ongoing violence in the area, noting that many attendees were from outside the neighborhood, which complicates safety efforts. Residents are calling for increased law enforcement and improvements to event planning to prevent future incidents.