Kory Cook, 20, of Browning, Illinois, died from a single fatal gunshot wound at his parents’ home on March 10, 2015. The Schuyler County Coroner Terry Millslagle and the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Department investigated, interviewing family members and neighbors and examining the scene. Investigators concluded the shooting was caused by an accidental discharge of a family member’s revolver, most likely after Kory lost his grip or slipped. No signs of a struggle or suspicious circumstances were reported, and authorities found no evidence of foul play.

Kory was a 2013 graduate of Schuyler-Industry High School and was attending Southern Illinois University Carbondale. There were no arrests or criminal charges related to his death. Anyone who knew Kory or has additional information about the incident is asked to come forward.