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A young child in Harris County, Texas died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after locating her mother’s firearm stored in a closet, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about firearm storage practices in households with children.
The 4-year-old girl gained access to the weapon while unsupervised and the firearm discharged, resulting in her death. Authorities did not immediately disclose additional details about the circumstances surrounding the tragedy or whether charges would be considered against the mother.
The case adds to a troubling national pattern of accidental child deaths involving improperly secured guns. Safety advocates continue to urge parents and gun owners to store firearms in locked containers and keep ammunition separately to prevent unintended access by children.
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