‘When my brother died, it separated us’: the grief and trauma pulling apart siblings of homicide

The tragic homicide of André Robinson Jr in Oakland in 2020 has deeply fractured the Robinson family, particularly affecting the dynamics between siblings. RoShanda Robinson, the eldest sibling, reflects on how these violent losses disrupt not only individual lives but also the fabric of family bonds that once held them together. The once cherished Sunday gatherings, filled with laughter and community, are now halted, symbolizing the pervasive impact of gun violence on families. This story underscores the broader implications of such tragedies on familial relationships and the importance of addressing the root causes of gun violence to prevent further trauma.