12-year-old Boy Accidentally Killed by Older Brother

In a home in Lenoir County, North Carolina, 12-year-old Za’Dok Clark was accidentally shot in the chest by his 22-year-old brother. Despite lifesaving efforts by first responders, Za’Dok died at the scene. Circumstances of the shooting were not reported, but the gun involved was a .22 caliber rifle.

This is the third accidental shooting involving a child in Lenoir County this year. The executive director of North Carolinians Against Gun Violence said, “[i]t’s horrible. We’re losing a generation to gun violence, and it doesn’t have to be this way. We have a real problem with unsecured guns in our state.”

No one has been charged at this time, but there is an ongoing investigation into the shooting.

Sources:

Dave Jordan, “Lenoir County Deputies say 22-year-old Man Accidentally Killed Younger Brother,” witn.com (April 19, 2024).

Alyssa Hefner, “ENC Sheriff Speaks Gun Safety After Accidental Fatal Shooting,” witn.com (April 19, 2024).