On December 23, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., 12-year-old Jeremiah D. Nelson was found with a gunshot wound at the James Park Apartments located at 1050 3rd Avenue North in St. Petersburg, Florida. Despite immediate medical attention and transport to All Children's Hospital, he succumbed to his injuries that evening.
The St. Petersburg Police Department has classified the incident as an accidental shooting.
Investigators are working to determine how Jeremiah obtained access to the firearm. As of now, no arrests have been made, and authorities have not identified any suspects.
This tragic event has deeply affected the St. Petersburg community, prompting discussions on gun safety and the importance of securing firearms to prevent such incidents. The investigation remains ongoing, with law enforcement urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in resolving the case.
