Compton’s Tragic Fourth of July | Bakersfield News

Compton’s Fourth of July turned into a night of tragedy as two separate block party shootings claimed three lives, including a 19-year-old nursing student and a community peace advocate who tried to stop the violence. Another fatal shooting and a separate incident leaving four wounded further shattered the holiday spirit. Now, a peace rally is set to unite the city in grief and demand an end to gun violence — honoring two young lives whose dreams and dedication were cut short by senseless gunfire. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c77e171ff3afb957