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Philadelphia gun violence prevention advocate calls for united front after Fairmount Park mass shooting

By Stephanie Stahl, Brad Nau, CBS News Philadelphia | May 27, 2025

Stoneleigh Emerging Leader Oronde McClain spoke to CBS News Philadelphia about his experience with gun violence and advocacy to prevent gun violence through efforts like the Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting.

Memorial Day celebration in Philadelphia turned deadly Monday night as two people were killed and nine others were injured after a mass shooting erupted at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park. Police believe three shooters are responsible.

Following the shooting at Lemon Hill, gun violence is being called a public health crisis, and an upcoming event is aimed at prevention. Advocates say that there needs to be a more united front in finding solutions to gun violence.

In the shadow of City Hall, Oronde McClain is working to help other gunshot victims.

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