A 4-year-old boy in Lewiston, Maine tragically dies after being shot in the head with a 9 mm handgun owned by his stepfather. Police report that the firearm was registered to 36-year-old Robert McCoy, who lived at the home with the child, identified by locals as Jasper Kyle McCoy, and his mother, Mikayla McCoy.
The incident occurred early Saturday morning, prompting a swift response from emergency crews, although Jasper died shortly after arriving at the hospital. Authorities have confirmed that multiple people were present in the residence at the time, but no charges have yet been filed as the investigation continues. The presence of two other young children in the home raises further concerns about safety and accountability surrounding firearms.
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