Avery Davis, a 6-year-old boy, was accidentally shot and killed during a hunting incident in Orangeburg County, South Carolina.
The incident involved a 17-year-old, and while the Department of Natural Resources deemed it accidental, the possibility of criminal charges remains uncertain.
Avery’s community is mourning the loss, with the boy’s organ donations providing hope to five patients.
Described as a vibrant outdoorsman and budding writer, Avery’s teachers and classmates remember him fondly, with the community rallying together to honor his memory.
Funeral arrangements are underway as the tight-knit community copes with the tragic event.