
(PatriotNews.net) – A tragic accident occurred in Texas over the weekend when a five-year-old girl found a gun inside her home and accidentally shot herself, according to local authorities.
Deputies from the Harris County Sheriff’s Office responded late Saturday night to the 8400 block of Parasol Lane, near Fairbanks North Houston Road. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez reported that the young girl likely shot herself by mistake after discovering the weapon.
The child was rushed to the hospital by ambulance, where she underwent surgery. Thankfully, doctors expect her to survive.
During the investigation, deputies arrested the girl’s stepfather, 33-year-old Jason Nguyen. He faces charges for being a felon in possession of a firearm and possession of a controlled substance. Nguyen was taken into custody and booked at the Harris County Jail.
Authorities confirmed that other adults and children were inside the home when the shooting happened.
Court records reveal that Nguyen has a history of felony convictions. In 2014, he was sent to prison after being caught with a firearm, despite his status as a convicted felon. Earlier this year, in August, Nguyen was arrested again on the same charge—being a felon in possession of a weapon.
At the time of Saturday’s incident, Nguyen was out on bond from the August arrest. Investigators are still looking into how the gun was stored in the home and what exactly led to the girl’s injury.
The sheriff’s office has not released details on whether anyone else will face charges or if child protective services will get involved.
Gun safety experts often stress the importance of securing firearms, especially in homes with children. Incidents like this, though rare, serve as grim reminders of the dangers when guns are not properly locked away.
For now, the focus is on the young girl’s recovery. Though she is expected to survive, the emotional toll on her and her family may last far longer.
This case remains under investigation by local authorities, who say additional charges could follow as they gather more information.
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