Alan Martinez, an 11-year-old student at Summerour Middle School, died after a handgun discharged while he was handling it in his family’s garage in Norcross. A 9-year-old friend was with him when they found the firearm; Alan’s mother, who was inside the house, heard the shot. Gwinnett County Police concluded the shooting was an accident and said investigators found Alan was playing with the gun when it went off.

No charges were filed in connection with his death. The department emphasized the importance of keeping firearms securely stored and out of children’s reach.

If anyone knew Alan or has information about the circumstances, please share what you remember.