Child Death (18 and Under) Children and Guns Indiana Ongoing Investigation

MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2023

Toddler Accidentally Shot and Killed

In Merrillville, Indiana, 3-year-old King Penro was accidentally shot inside a home, and later died at the hospital. Few details about the incident have been reported. Police recovered a gun at the scene that had fired one round and are continuing to investigate. It is unclear if charges will be filed.

Source:

“Merrillville Police Give Update After Toddler Fatally Shot Inside Home,” nbcchicago.com (December 5, 2023).

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