Child Death (18 and Under) Indiana Juvenile Arrested Ongoing Investigation

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2026

10-year-old Girl Killed by Gun Modified for Rapid Fire In a house in Mishawaka, Indiana, 10-year-old Sophia Burks was killed in an accidental shooting that involved a gun “modified for rapid fire.” She was pronounced dead at the scene. The gun used belonged to the boyfriend of Sophia’s older sister, 17-year-old Jacob Olvera. The shooting …

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Child Death (18 and Under) Child Under 18 (as Shooter) Indiana Juvenile Arrested Ongoing Investigation

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2025

High School Freshman Accidentally Shot and Killed by Another Juvenile In Evansville, Indiana, 14-year-old Jayvion’tae Cox was unintentionally shot at his home by another juvenile who thought the gun was unloaded. He died at the scene. The other juvenile was arrested and charged with reckless homicide and dangerous possession of a firearm. Officials continue to …

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