4-Year-Old Girl Killed in Accidental Shooting in Afton

Authorities Say 4-Year-Old’s Fatal Shooting Was Accidental

Gun Left on Shelf Believed to Be Out of Reach

Authorities say 4-year-old Hayzel Jones of Afton was accidentally shot and killed after her father left a firearm on a shelf he believed was too high for his children to reach.

Bee-Bee Gun Found at Afton Scene Earlier

Investigators say the child’s older brother had been playing with a bee-bee gun earlier in the day. Later, the child’s mother reported hearing a gunshot inside the home.

Death Officially Ruled an Accident

Law enforcement ruled the child’s death an accident. No charges have been announced at this time.

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