In the small town of Lamar, Arkansas, a heart-wrenching incident unfolded on November 17, 2018, leading to the death of 9-year-old Emily Queen. That day, law enforcement and emergency services were called to a residence on Cabin Creek Avenue for a report of a child with a gunshot wound. Upon their arrival, they discovered that the young, White female had been struck by a bullet from a.
50 caliber rifle.
According to the Lamar Police Chief at the time, the shooting was determined to be a tragic accident. The preliminary investigation revealed that Emily's father was inside his truck when the rifle discharged. The bullet traveled from the vehicle and struck Emily, who was standing in the yard of their home. Emergency responders attempted to provide aid at the scene before she was transported to a hospital in nearby Clarksville, where she was ultimately pronounced dead.
The investigation into the circumstances of the shooting concluded that no criminal charges would be filed in connection with the incident. Authorities deemed it an accidental discharge of the firearm. Emily's father was a volunteer with the Lamar Fire Department and had previously been employed by the Johnson County Sheriff's Office. In the wake of the tragedy, a GoFundMe campaign was established to assist the family with the unexpected funeral expenses.
Emily was remembered by those who knew her as a girl who loved hands-on activities like sewing, drawing, and cooking. She had a fondness for rocks, enjoyed fishing, and cherished riding in the fire truck with her father. Her passing left a void in the lives of her parents, grandparents, and a host of other relatives and friends who mourned the sudden loss of the bright and lively young girl.
