NASHVILLE, Tennessee – A heartbreaking incident unfolded on Saturday night as 13-year-old Dearria Radley lost her life to a fatal gunshot wound inside her home on Edgehill Avenue. Police reported that the discharge of the firearm was unintentional, according to the girl’s mother.
Following a 911 call at 9:58 p.m., authorities from the Midtown Hills Precinct swiftly responded to the scene, providing immediate assistance to Dearria. She was quickly transported via ambulance to Vanderbilt’s Pediatric Emergency Room, but tragically succumbed to her injury.
In a interview at the police headquarters, the grieving mother explained to detectives that her .40 caliber semi-automatic pistol had been unholstered and placed in her purse along with her other belongings. She tearfully shared that the firearm accidentally went off as she reached for her keys.
As of now, no charges have been filed in connection with this devastating incident. The Youth Services Division of the police department are actively investigating the matter.
Dearria Radley’s untimely death has left the community in shock and disbelief. This tragic event serves as a somber reminder of the critical importance of firearm safety and responsible handling.
Authorities are urgently advising all gun owners to exercise extreme caution and adhere to proper safety measures at all times in order to prevent similar accidents. They encourage families and individuals to seek education and training to ensure firearm safety and minimize the risks involved.
The investigation into the untimely death of Dearria Radley is ongoing, with law enforcement officials diligently working to gather all relevant information and bring closure to this devastating event.