After a shooting described as a mercy-killing, many nursing home residents and their loved ones are fearful. A man walked in, shot his near-comatose sister in the head and killed her. The shooting happened mid-morning, however residents and their loved ones were not notified of what happened until later on.

Family members were shocked and afraid for the safety of their loved ones. One woman was specifically concerned about her disabled 39-year-old son. "I'm so worried about my son's safety," she said. "I hope there's more security here after this." For more, read the story.

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Robert W. Carter, Jr. is a Virginia attorney whose law practice is dedicated to protecting the rights of the victims of nursing home and assisted living neglect and abuse in Richmond, Roanoke, Norfolk, Lynchburg, Danville, Charlottesville, and across Virginia.