On May 31, 2023, a tragic incident occurred in River Grove, Illinois, resulting in the death of 4-year-old Camila Ariana Duarte. The incident involved an accidental shooting by another child in the same home. Police and paramedics were called to the 2400 block of West Street around 10 a.m. after the father of the child, who was outside at the time, was alerted to the shooting by another child. The father immediately called 911 and cooperated fully with the investigators.
Camila Ariana Duarte was found severely injured and was rushed to Loyola University Medical Center, where she died just before 1 p.m.. The investigation revealed that the gun involved in the shooting was owned by the father, who held valid Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) and concealed carry cards. According to the father, the gun was stored on a high shelf in a closet, although it somehow became accessible to the children.
The West Suburban Major Crimes Task Force assisted in the investigation of this incident. The case highlights the dangers of unsecured firearms in homes with children and the devastating consequences that can result from such accidents.
As of the current date, there have been no reports of arrests or charges related to this incident. The focus has been on the tragic loss of life and the importance of firearm safety and responsible storage to prevent such accidents in the future.
