In the summer of 2021, a heart-wrenching incident unfolded in Memphis, Tennessee, forever altering the lives of a local family. On June 16th of that year, two-year-old DeShun Wesley Mitchell Jr. tragically lost his life. The young male was at his home when he came across a loaded handgun. In a devastating turn of events, the child accidentally shot and killed himself.
Authorities investigated the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.
Ultimately, the death of young DeShun was determined to be a tragic accident. Following the investigation, law enforcement officials announced that no charges would be filed in connection with the shooting. The case was closed without any arrests being made or suspects being named, leaving a community to mourn the profound loss of a child's life.
