Known as the theme park capital of the world with its family friendly attractions, a new theme park where children as young as 13 can fire military-grade weapons in zombie, gangster and cowboy-themed simulators is set to open in Orlando on Saturday.
The attraction, Machine Gun America, states that it is ‘Orlando’s first machine gun attraction’ and ‘Orlando’s first automatic adrenaline attraction.’
“Whether you’re new on the range or a sharp shooter ready for your next target, you’ll get the rush of power and excitement that can only come from firing real machine guns and powerful firearms with live ammo,” Machine Gun America’s website explains.
It adds: “Whether you’re looking to unleash your inner action star or become a zombie hunter, experience the exhilarating rush of shooting real machine guns and powerful firearms for a thrill unlike any other.”
But there’s push back against the attraction. Lucia Kay McBath, a member of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense, said: ‘You’ve got Holy Land right there in Orlando. You’ve got Disney World, and Epcot. All places for family fun where they should feel protected,’ WTSP reported, according to the Daily Mail.
Gun violence in Orlando and Orange County is on the rise, with easy access to guns. In 2014, homicides are expected to outpace by more than 50 percent the number recorded in 2013.
