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Quinn Burchfield

Case from Tampa, FL dated Oct 28, 2002

Victim Details

Quinn Burchfield

Male

Tampa

FL

2002-10-28

3

Quinn

Burchfield

07/09/2026

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Quinn Burchfield, a three-year-old boy from Tampa, Florida, tragically died on November 2, 2002, after accidentally shooting himself on October 28, 2002. The incident occurred when Quinn pulled his father's jeans off a dresser, retrieved a .32-caliber pistol from the pocket, and accidentally shot himself in the neck. He was immediately taken to Tampa General Hospital, where he remained in critical condition for five days before succumbing to his injuries.

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  • Orlando Sentinel: FATHER CHARGED IN GUN DEATH
  • Tampa Bay Times: Wounded toddler still critical; officers continue investigation
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    I'm really troubled by the circumstances surrounding Quinn Burchfield's death. As a parent myself, I... ...Read More
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