In Morris, Alabama, a five-year old boy found a gun in his home and shot himself in the face. He later died of his wound. “It’s just a tragic accident it appears,” the Morris police chief said. The police will present findings to the District Attorney’s office on Monday.
In Portland, North Dakota, a newspaper reports that an “unborn baby” died in a gun accident today. According to the report, the fetus died of complications from an accidental discharge involving a 22-year old woman. She is recovering from her injuries in the hospital. No further information was reported.
Sources:
Carol Robinson, “Child Dead after Shooting Self in Morris,” AL.com (May 25, 2020).
Joshua Peguero, “Sheriff: Unborn North Dakota Baby Dead after Accidental Shooting,” valleynewslive.com (May 25, 2020).