About This Site
Understanding our mission, approach, and commitment to providing neutral, factual information about mass shooting incidents in the United States.
Our Mission
This website serves as a neutral, data-driven resource for information about mass shooting incidents in the United States. Our goal is to provide the public with accurate, verified, and respectfully presented information without editorial bias or political advocacy.
We believe that informed public discourse requires access to factual data presented in a clear, accessible format. By maintaining strict neutrality and focusing on verified information, we aim to contribute to more productive conversations about this important issue.
Data-Driven Approach
- • All incidents are verified through multiple reliable sources
- • Data is regularly reviewed and updated for accuracy
- • Clear criteria for incident inclusion and categorization
- • Transparent methodology and data sources
Respectful Presentation
- • Factual reporting without sensationalism
- • Respect for victims and affected communities
- • Clear content warnings and crisis resources
- • Focus on data rather than graphic details
Neutral Stance
- • No political advocacy or editorial commentary
- • Resources from multiple perspectives provided
- • Data presented without interpretation or bias
- • Focus on facts rather than policy positions
Accessibility
- • Mobile-first responsive design
- • Keyboard navigation and screen reader support
- • High contrast modes and reduced motion options
- • Color-blind friendly visualizations
What We Include
Our database focuses on mass shooting incidents in the United States that meet specific criteria for inclusion. Each incident is carefully verified and categorized to provide accurate, consistent information.
Included:
- • Verified mass shooting incidents
- • 4 or more victims (fatalities + injuries, excluding shooter)
- • Incidents in public or semi-public spaces
- • School-related incidents (dedicated section)
- • Incidents with confirmed details and sources
Not Included:
- • Domestic violence incidents in private homes
- • Gang-related shootings
- • Incidents with unclear or unverified details
- • Single-victim incidents
- • Incidents outside the United States
Data Sources & Verification
All incident data is compiled from reliable, publicly available sources and cross-referenced for accuracy. We prioritize official sources and established news organizations with strong fact-checking standards.
Primary Sources:
- • Law enforcement agencies
- • Government reports and databases
- • Established news organizations
- • Court records and legal documents
Verification Process:
- • Multiple source confirmation required
- • Regular review and updates
- • Source documentation for each incident
- • Correction process for identified errors
Contact & Corrections
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy. If you identify an error in our data or have additional verified information about an incident, we encourage you to contact us.
Reporting Corrections:
When reporting a potential error, please provide:
- • Specific incident ID and details
- • Reliable source documentation
- • Clear description of the discrepancy
- • Contact information for follow-up
All corrections are reviewed and implemented promptly when verified. We maintain a change log to track updates and improvements to our database.