Darlene Leavy

On a summer day in Brownsville, Tennessee, the life of Darlene Leavy, a 36-year-old African American mother of five, was tragically cut short. On July 12, 2000, she fell victim to gun violence, a devastating event that left her family and community grappling with a profound loss. Known affectionately by her loved ones as '3 beautiful brownskin,' she was remembered as a sweet and beautiful person, both inside and out.

In the years that have passed since her death, Darlene's case has grown ...

Darlene Leavy, age 36 - National Gun Violence Memorial