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Jan 15 LCSO UPDATE: Pink Hill boy dead after accidental shooting

Jan. 15, 2024 Update

The child's name in Sunday’s Pink Hill accidental shooting death is Clarence Roland Byrd IV.

Evidence in this case will be sent to the SBI lab to be analyzed. Once the results are determined, the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office will consult with the District Attorney's office in reference to potential criminal charges in the incident.

This is our final update on this case until a decision is made on potential charges.

Previous Update:

Jan. 14, 2024

At approximately 9:30 this morning, a 3-year-old boy accidentally shot himself with a handgun inside a residence in the 5500 block of Murphy Road in Pink Hill. After being transported to UNC Lenoir Health Care in Kinston, the child was pronounced dead at approximately 11 a.m. today at the hospital.

This remains an active investigation by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office. Out of respect for the child and family, their name is being withheld by officials until all family members can be contacted.

There may be criminal charges in this case, but those are pending until the investigation is complete.

“This is obviously a horrible and tragic situation and our heart goes out to the family and Pink Hill community,” Sheriff Jackie Rogers said. “Our thoughts and prayers are extended to all involved.”

Again, this investigation is ongoing and there will be more updates as soon as possible.

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A 3-year-old in Pink Hill has been shot in what appears to be an accidental, self-inflicted injury. The incident is currently under investigation by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office. When we have more details, we will provide them to you as soon as possible.

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