A teenager’s crossbody bag literally saved her life when it caught a bullet during a shooting on a MARTA train in Atlanta, according to her family. WSB-TV ABC 2 reports the young woman was traveling on the transit system when gunfire erupted, with the projectile lodging in her purse rather than striking her body. The incident highlights the ongoing safety concerns facing young people using public transportation in major cities. While the teen escaped serious physical injury thanks to the fortunate placement of her bag, the shooting represents another troubling example of gun violence affecting Atlanta’s transit system and the broader community.
Source: WSB-TV ABC 2, Atlanta
