Porter, 3-year-old boy dies from gun wound on his birthday

On Saturday October 24, 2020 at approximately 4:15 pm Montgomery County Sheriff's Office dispatched deputies to the 2300 block of Owens rd. in Porter, ( Welfare Check )

Upon deputies arrival they discovered that a 3- year old male had been shot in his chest

Authorities reported that the family of the 3 year old was celebrating the boy's birthday and heard a gunshot while everyone was playing cards.

Investigators said the child found the gun after it fell out of a family member's pocket.

Deputies said the boy was rushed to Porter Fire Department where he died a shortly after.

Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of this Tragic accident.