April 3rd, 2024-WAVERLY, Ohio=A woman in Waverly, Ohio, is facing a child endangerment charge after her toddler found a gun in her purse and accidentally fired it in a Walmart store. The incident occurred when the 2-year-old boy took the woman’s Taurus 9mm firearm from her purse, causing it to discharge. The bullet struck the store’s ceiling, and the child sustained a minor injury to his forehead from contact with the magazine.
The woman was taken into custody and charged with endangering children. The boy was entrusted to a guardian and received medical attention. The Waverly Police Department highlighted the importance of responsible firearm ownership and storage, particularly in households with children, in response to the incident.
