In the quiet community of Plaquemine, Louisiana, the life of 67-year-old Cathy DuPont Fulton came to a tragic and unexpected end on November 2, 2017. A native and resident of the town, she was in her home when the fatal incident occurred.
Authorities investigating the death determined that Fulton was the victim of an accidental shooting. The person responsible for the discharge of the firearm was her own teenage grandson.
Following an investigation into the circumstances of the shooting, the grandson was arrested in connection with his grandmother's death. Further details regarding the specific charges against the grandson or the outcome of any legal proceedings were not publicly available.
Fulton was a retiree from the Louisiana Department of Labor, where she had dedicated over 30 years of service. Remembered as a loving mother and grandmother, her sudden death sent shockwaves through her family and the local community. An obituary described her as someone who cherished spending time with her children and six grandchildren, enjoyed traveling with her family, swimming, shopping, and baking.
