Boy is Killed, and Man Injures Self, in Unintentional Shootings Today

The accidental shooting death of a 12-year-old boy happened in the family home in Moss Point, Mississippi. A pending autopsy report and lab results will be presented to a grand jury before officials release any other information.

In downtown Gainesville, Georgia, a man unintentionally shot himself with a gun he was carrying in his waistband. He was taken to the hospital and is reportedly in stable condition.

Source:

Mike Brantley, “Reported Accidental Shooting of 12-year-old boy Under Investigation in Jackson County, Miss.,”fox10tv.com (August 12, 2024).

Caleb Hutchins, “Man Injured After Accidental Shooting in Gainesville Square,” accesswdun.com (August 12, 2024).