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5 Tips for Parents of BB Gun Owners

5 Tips for Parents of BB Gun Owners

Each Christmas, there are children around America who unwrap a new, non-powder gun. These guns include BB, pellet, and paintball. While many parents may believe such guns to be harmless, and even see them as a toy, statistics suggest otherwise. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, over 20,000 injuries result from these types of guns each year, with four percent of them requiring hospitalization.

“These guns are not toys at all, and they can certainly do damage both to people and to animals,” explains Robert Misseri, president of Guardians of Rescue, an organization dedicated to helping animals in need. “In our line of work, we have seen it often – kids who shoot at animals just for fun, and leave them distressed and injured. These guns create problems that parents are not even usually aware of.”

Here are 5 tips for parents who may have a child with one of these non-powder guns, or who are considering getting one for them:

 

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Hobie is Learning New Tricks

Hobie is Learning New Tricks

“Hobie (formerly Brinks) is just a darling. He sits, stays, shakes, and has a perfect ‘down,’ when not distracted, of course! He's learning to ‘fetch the paper’ and to ‘wait’ before charging through a doorway. He's playful, curious, very smart, and just a regular love. He loves big dogs, and now that he has his rabies vaccine, he is going to K9 Divine's farm two days a week, which is heaven for him. We also love exploring the woods behind our house and the Archbold Glover Trail. Hobie is now a part time lawyer and loves going to my husband’s law office.

Federal Court Stops Justin Wolfe's Release

MANASSAS, Va. (WUSA) -- Justin Wolfe's release from prison has been stopped after the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond granted the Commonwealth's request on Thursday afternoon.

Wolfe now remains in the Prince William County jail and won't be released anytime soon, even though his murder-for-hire conviction and death sentence were thrown out.   

On Wednesday, Prince William County Circuit Court Judge Mary Grace O'Brien abided by a federal judge's order to release Justin Wolfe, the defendant in a 2002 capital murder and drug case.

Wolfe was on death row in solitary confinement for 11 years.  He was convicted of murder-for-hire in the killing of Daniel Petrole, who was Wolfe's marijuana supplier.  Both were pot dealers.

Funeral Set For Officer Killed In Crash

WOODBRIDGE, Va. (WUSA) -- Prince William County police have released details about funeral arrangements for Officer Chris Yung, who was killed in a crash. 

The 35-year-old father of three died in the line of duty December 31, 2012, while responding to a call for a separate accident. His motorcycle collided with a Dodge Caravan that turned in front of him. Both vehicles burst into flames. Yung received emergency care and was taken to a hospital where he died.

A viewing/wake will be held in Woodbridge Thursday night for all county government employees. A funeral service will be held on Friday morning in Woodbridge.

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Police Force Mourns Officer Killed In Motorcycle-Van Crash

BRISTOW, Va. (WUSA) -- Police officers often witness scenes of death and grief... but this one is their own: a growing memorial of flowers for beloved fellow Prince William County Police Officer Chris Yung. The 35-year-old father of three died in the line of duty December 31st, 2012, while responding to a call for a separate accident. 

Police Searching For Suspect Who Shot At Va. School

WOODBRIDGE, Va. (WUSA) -- Prince William County Police are looking for the suspect pictured here for destroying school property. 

Police say the suspect shot out a window with a handgun of Kilby Elementary School at the 1800 block of Horner Rd. in Woodbridge.

Staff reported to police that the incident took place between 9:30 p.m. on Friday and 8:15 a.m. on Saturday. No one was at the school at the time of the shooting and no injuries were reported, police said.

The damage is estimated to be around $500 dollars, police said.

If you have any information about this case call Crime Solvers at 703-670-3700 or 1-866-411-TIPS, you may remain anonymous. A reward of up to a $1,000 dollars is being offered for information.

Teaching Cents To Your Kids

Teaching Cents To Your Kids

Teach your kids financial literacy!

George C. Marshall High School of Falls Church, Va. is hosting the free event with special speaker Amy Monlezun, the talent development specialist at Navy Federal Credit Union.

When:

Saturday January 5th, 2013

2:30-3:30pm

Where:

Dolley Madison Public Library

1244 Oak Ridge Avenue

McLean, VA 22101

RSVP by emailing teachingcentstoyourkids@gmail.com. Refreshments will be provided.