SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Four-year-old Dies in Gun Accident

A four-year-old in Nashville, Tennessee found a loaded gun in their home and accidentally shot themselves in the head. The child died at the hospital. No other information has been reported.

Tennessee has no laws regarding the safe storage of guns.

Source:

Erin McCollough, “Child Killed in A ccidental Self-inflicted Shooting,” wkrn.com (February 27, 2023).

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2021

Shamyrion Alexander of Dayton, Ohio, age 11, was shot and killed by an 11-year old relative today. The boys had “gained access” to a .40 caliber handgun when it fired and killed Shamyrion, according to police. “It is a huge concern when young people gain access to firearms. Obviously, we see the tragic result that can occur,” a police lieutenant said.

There is an ongoing investigation into the how the boys got access to the gun. No suspects have been charged.

In Jackson, Mississippi, a three-year old found a gun in a closet and shot a 20-month old child. The baby was shot in the shoulder with the bullet exiting through the back. The two children were being watched by a 17-year old at the time of the incident.

Sources:

“11-year-old Boy Killed by Juvenile Relative; Police Investigating as Accidental Shooting,” WHIO TV7 (August 5, 2021).

DeAngelo Vaxter, “Toddler Shot at Advantages A partments in Jackson,” WJTV (August 5, 2021).

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Four-year-old Dies in Gun Accident

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