Father Arrested After Child Accidentally Discharges Unsecured Firearm
In Pima County, Arizona, a father was arrested after his 4-year-old child accidentally shot himself in the foot with a firearm that was left unsecured.
Phoenix, AZ, October 9, 2026 — A father has been arrested in Pima County, Arizona, following an incident where his 4-year-old child accidentally discharged a firearm, sustaining an injury. The incident occurred because the firearm was reportedly left unsecured.
Authorities in Pima County took the father into custody after the child shot himself in the foot. The firearm involved was not secured at the time of the incident, leading to the accidental discharge. Details regarding the specific type of firearm or the exact circumstances leading to its unsecured state were not immediately available.
The extent of the child’s injuries and their current condition were not provided. The name of the father and the specific charges he faces have not been released. Investigations into the incident are ongoing, according to local reports.
This incident highlights concerns regarding firearm safety and the importance of proper storage to prevent accidental shootings, particularly involving children. The age of the child involved underscores the risks associated with firearms accessible to minors.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is handling the investigation. Further information is expected to be released as the case progresses. The contractor’s name, permit status, inspection outcomes, code violations, fine amounts, and specific timelines or locations beyond Pima County were not provided in the summary of this trend.
Story summarized from the original created by Dominique Rocha on www.azfamily.com, see more information here.
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