In New Roads, Louisiana, a 13-year-old riding a four-wheeler along a levee was shot and killed by a stray bullet today.  The round was fired by one of two men who were engaged in target practice at the time.  Donell Francois Jr., and Quentin Leonard ll were arrested and charged with  of illegal discharge of a firearm and manslaughter.

            The local sheriff said:

I have taught gun safety to the youth in our parish for most of my adult life. I cannot stress the importance enough of knowing your target, the trajectory of a bullet, and what lies beyond that intended target. The family of this child will not be celebrating Thanksgiving or Christmas with their beloved boy. Please keep his family and our community in your prayers.

Source:

Kamren Phillips, “13-year-old Killed by Stray Bullet During Target Practice; 2 Men Arrested,” wafb.com (November 19, 2022).