Firearm-related fatalities: An Epidemiologic Assessment of Violent Death

This study examines 1970-1978 South Carolina firearm fatalities utilizing vital record data. A total of 5808 firearm deaths, classified as accident, homicide, suicide, or undetermined, were reported (23.35/100 000). Suicide deaths totalled 2175 (8.75/100 000) & homicides 2894 (11.64/100 000). Most firearm deaths were among white males, aged 20-39.