King County has already seen more kids and teens killed in shootings so far this year, than all of last year combined. Advocates say this is not only impacting the families and friends of these young people, but entire communities. So far this year, at least 18 kids under the age of 18 have been victims of shootings in King County and six have died. In all of last year, 41 kids under the age of 18 were victims of shootings, and 5 of them died, according to the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. “We're seeing more kids being shot and killed this year than last year,” said Casey McNerthney, the spokesperson for the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office in Seattle. “That's especially concerning because we know with adults and juveniles alike, we see historically an increase in the summer months.” READ MORE: https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/kids-teens-fatally-shot-in-king-county-this-year-compared-to-2023/281-a7cddaad-6c09-4497-9161-97b14f166646