In the tragic incident on May 1, 2020, 11-year-old Troy Ellis was fatally shot during a turkey hunting trip in Jefferson County, Alabama. The hunt, organized for veterans by America’s Heroes Enjoying Recreation Outdoors, involved Troy, his father Obed Ellis, a local high school coach, and Joshua Stewart Burks, a Marine veteran and former teacher. The group embarked early in the morning on Ellis' property, with Obed acting as their guide. Around 9:30 a.m., Burks mistook Troy for game and discha
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