A Panama City, Florida father is dead after a neighbor accidentally fired a gun into his home, striking the man in the head.
Steven Justin Ayers and his family were gathering to celebrate the homecoming of his newborn. He was just 33-years-old.
According to arrest reports, Ayers’ neighbor was on his porch and picked up a loaded 9mm pistol. The neighbor told authorities that he accidentally discharged the pistol.
The man was arrested and charged with manslaughter and with being felon in possession of a firearm. He had a previous felony conviction for carrying a concealed firearm.
Our condolences to the Ayers family during this difficult time.
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