19-Year-Old Charged After Allegedly Accidentally Shooting Brother in Hebron

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A 19-year-old Hebron, Ohio man named Aiden Boone is facing felony charges after he allegedly accidentally shot his 16-year-old brother while the teen was asleep inside their home. Boone told authorities the gun he was carrying slid from his waist and discharged, striking his younger brother in the head. The 16-year-old was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, and Boone is currently being held on $250,000 bond as the investigation continues.

Why it matters

Accidental shootings involving firearms, especially those that injure or kill family members, are a serious public health and safety issue. This incident raises questions about gun storage, safety protocols, and the need for greater education and awareness around responsible gun ownership, particularly in homes with minors present.

The details

According to court documents, the shooting happened on a residential street in Hebron, Ohio. Boone told investigators that when he removed the firearm, which he had stolen from his sister's boyfriend about a month prior, it discharged and struck his younger brother in the head as the 16-year-old slept. Boone has maintained that the shooting was unintentional, and he is currently facing two felony charges, including felony assault. He is being held at the Licking County Justice Center with a bond set at $250,000.

• The shooting occurred late Friday night.
• Boone has a second bond hearing scheduled for Wednesday as the investigation continues.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The judge will decide at Boone's second bond hearing on Wednesday whether to allow him to be released on bail as the investigation continues.