Teen In Stable Condition After Accidentally Shooting Himself In Indianapolis, Indiana, a 16-year-old boy was taken to the hospital in stable condition after he accidentally shot himself. He was putting a gun into his pants when it fired. He was initially “uncooperative” with police, and was arrested after he was released from the hospital. He …
Tag: Charge of dangerous possession of a firearm
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 …
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 …