Michele Cox was a 38 year old woman from Casa Grande, Arizona. Police say Cox was shot and killed when her 5 year old son accidentally shot her in the chest with a handgun.
Michele Cox Death Details
Cox Shot And Killed. “Casa Grande police found the mother, 38-year-old Michele Cox, with a single gunshot wound to her chest at The Colony Apartments near Peart Road and Florence Boulevard around 6:30 a.m. Friday morning. Cox was taken to the hospital, where she later died.” [AZ Family]
Police: 5 Year Old Accidentally Shot Mother. “Although this is an ongoing investigation, Detectives have determined the victim’s five-year-old son was responsible for the shooting. Currently, Detectives believe this was an accidental shooting. A handgun was located on scene. ” [Casa Grande Police]
Police: Cox’s Boyfriend, 4 Children Were In Apartment. “Also in the home during the incident were the victim’s four children with ages ranging from four to twelve and her 40-year-old boyfriend. None of them were injured during the incident.” [Casa Grande Police]
Police: Shooting Is A Reminder To Safeguard Guns. “This is a stark reminder that owning and safeguarding a firearm is a serious responsibility and should be a priority in anyone’s home or business, especially if children are present. ” [Casa Grande Police]
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