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3-Year-Old Accidentally Shoots Man and Son During Turkey Hunt

4/19/2026

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A 3-year-old boy accidentally shot a 40-year-old man and his 7-year-old son during Wisconsin's youth turkey hunt on April 12 at the Honey Creek Wildlife Area.
The child, mentored by a 34-year-old parent, mistook the victims for a turkey during the hunt.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is investigating.

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Story summary

A 3-year-old boy accidentally shot a 40-year-old man and his 7-year-old son during Wisconsin's youth turkey hunt on April 12 at the Honey Creek Wildlife Area.
The child, mentored by a 34-year-old parent, mistook the victims for a turkey during the hunt.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is investigating.