HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A 4-year-old boy has died days after he was shot in the head by his 9-year-old brother in west Harris County, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
The shooting happened on Monday at a home on Guston Hall Lane. According to authorities, the boys’ uncle, Francisco Lupian, was visiting when his 9-year-old nephew got a hold of his gun and shot the 4-year-old.
The 4-year-old boy was taken to Memorial Hermann Hospital in Katy by family members and was later transported to the Texas Medical Center via Life Flight.
Sad update. The 4-year-old child has been pronounced deceased at the hospital. May he Rest in Peace. #HouNews https://t.co/TGOGsPUEJ5
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) May 5, 2022
Lupian, 32, has since been arrested and charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He’s accused of leaving an unsecured firearm out.
