Two Toddlers Access Guns, One Dead, One Hurt

Two separate incidents involving unsecured firearms have led to tragedy in different states. In Evansville, Indiana, Jovontae Carter was arrested after his 3-year-old son found a handgun hidden under couch cushions and fatally shot himself; Carter faces charges including neglect and unlawful possession of a firearm. In Leesville, Louisiana, Fernando Meija was arrested for second-degree cruelty to a juvenile after his 3-year-old accessed an unsecured gun and shot another child, who is now in serious condition. Both men have prior legal issues and are facing criminal charges related to the shootings. Authorities in Indiana and Louisiana have renewed calls for responsible gun storage in homes with children. These cases underscore the risks posed by unsecured firearms and the resulting legal consequences for adults.