30 Years After Being Shot, Tashay Campbell Reflects on Her Journey and Survival

Now 36, Tashay Campbell, who was shot in the face as a child, shares her story of resilience and the impact of gun violence on her life.

In 1994, at the age of 6, Tashay Campbell was shot in the face by a stray bullet while at her grandmother's home in Kansas City.
The incident, which left her with significant physical and emotional scars, was part of a larger story on the toll of gun violence on children.
Despite the challenges, including multiple surgeries and the psychological impact of the shooting, Campbell has found strength and purpose in her survival.
30 years later, Campbell reflects on her life, acknowledging both the good and bad times, and the unanswered questions about why the shooting happened to her.
Her story continues to resonate as gun violence remains a significant public health issue, with guns becoming the leading cause of death for children in the U.S. in 2020.